Tesla · 1 month ago
Chemical Operator, Cell Cathode Engineering
Fremont, California
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
4+ years expTesla is focused on accelerating the world's transition to sustainable energy, and their Cathode Manufacturing Pilot in Fremont, California is a key investment in this mission. The Chemical Operator role involves hands-on chemical processing, operating equipment safely, performing quality control testing, and ensuring efficient production while adhering to safety and quality standards.
AutomotiveElectric VehicleEnergyManufacturingRenewable EnergyTransportation
Responsibilities
Communicate with team members regarding safety, equipment status, production, quality, and operational issues using detailed written and electronic notes
Operate equipment in accordance with all safety, quality, environmental and efficiency standards by following written and verbal work instructions
Write and follow procedures to safely commission, operate, clear, startup, shut down, and Lock Out chemical manufacturing equipment safely and efficiently
Provide initial response to unplanned events to minimize the impact to personnel, the environment, and equipment
Use equipment and instrumentation to monitor and record pressure, temperature, and other process conditions
Complete facility-wide and area specific training programs to obtain certification to independently operate the plant
Issue permits for maintenance work
Qualification
Required
4+ years of experience in refinery or chemical processing
2+ years of hands on operation in refinery or chemical processing facility
Ability to handle tasks from initiation to completion and the ability to adapt to changing demands and to react positively to verbal instructions
Proficient with computers to use digital management systems and communicate effectively and must have command of the English language, both written and verbal
Ability to perform physically demanding work for extended periods of time, up to 12 hours a day
Ability to stand and walk for up to 12 hours a day, including over varied and uneven terrain
Climb stairs, stand for extended periods of time, and safely lift up to 50 pounds
Frequently and repetitively, bend, lift and reach
Stoop, lay, bend, reach, squat, kneel, crouch, twist and crawl for extended periods of time, including up to 12 hours a day
Climb and maintain balance on ladders, scaffolding or other high structures
Ability to find issues in a work process and receive safety signals using sight, touch, or hearing
Wearing Personal Protective Equipment, including but not limited to: PAPR, safety glasses, safety shoes, bump caps, and adhering to prescribed safety rules and guidelines
Company
Tesla
Tesla is an electric vehicle and clean energy company that provides electric cars, solar, and renewable energy solutions.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$20.12BKey Investors
Societe GeneraleEuropean UnionPennDOT
2024-10-05Post Ipo Debt· $783M
2023-09-13Grant· $159.6M
2023-08-15Grant· $0.23M
Leadership Team
Vaibhav Taneja
Chief Financial Officer
Tom Zhu
SVP of Automotive
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