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In support of this 24/7 operation, you will be required to work on DuPont scheduled shift, and working shift is expected.What You'll DoMainly focused on Cathode active materials and its raw materials inspection, testing and release from the QC labDrive the safety motto of the QC lab with zero spill, full EHS compliance and zero LTI mindsetPlan, procure, organize, and run test equipment by following SOP and 5S principlesConduct chemical, Physical, and Electrochemical Characterization of the materials using different analytical techniques such as SEM, ICP-OES, Tap Density, PSA, XRD, coin cell etc.Document data in the quality database while ensuring high accuracy and precision of the reported dataBring new ideas to increase productivity, reduce cost and minimize wasteSupport team members for in-house troubleshooting of QC lab equipmentWhat You'll BringBachelor's Degree in Engineering or Science, or equivalent experience1 – 2 years of hands-on and analytical (university or commercial) experience related to: metallurgy, inorganic chemistry, organometallic chemistry, or materials scienceCompetency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)Experience of using advanced analytical techniques common to materials characterizationMust be able to demonstrate meticulous organizational, data management and communication skillsMust have a strong sense of safety and be able to work independently or with othersCommand of the English language, both written and verbal Essential Physical Demands:Stand for long periods, lift up to 50 lbs., and work in a fast-paced, noisy environmentWear personal protective equipment (PPE) and work in varying temperatures and environmentsAbility to climb, bend, stoop, and kneel as neededBenefitsAlong with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire: Medical plans > plan options with $0 payroll deduction Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contribution Company Paid (Health Savings Accounts) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High-Deductible medical plan with HSA Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) 401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefits Company paid Basic Life, AD&D Short-term and long-term disability insurance (90 day waiting period) Employee Assistance Program Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions, Accrued hours for Hourly positions), and Paid Holidays Back-up childcare and parenting support resources Voluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insurance Weight Loss and Tobacco Cessation Programs Tesla Babies program Commuter benefits Employee discounts and perks program, Tesla","company":"Tesla","rawCompany":"tesla","city":"Austin","state":"TX","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-04-14T10:31:23.891Z","occupations":[{"code":"19-4031.00","title":"Chemical Technicians","slug":"chemical-technicians"},{"code":"19-4099.01","title":"Quality Control Analysts","slug":"quality-control-analysts"},{"code":"19-2031.00","title":"Chemists","slug":"chemists"}],"industries":[{"code":"541715","title":"Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)","slug":"research-and-development-in-the-physical-engineering-and-life-sciences-except-nanotechnology-and-biotechnology"},{"code":"541380","title":"Testing Laboratories and Services","slug":"testing-laboratories-and-services"},{"code":"541713","title":"Research and Development in Nanotechnology","slug":"research-and-development-in-nanotechnology"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Lab Technician, Cathode Lab","description":"What To ExpectTesla is looking to hire a Quality Control Technician with experience of working in analytical lab. 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