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Training Specialist, Cell Manufacturing

Tesla Motors, Inc.
paid holidays, flex time, 401(k)
United States, Texas, Austin
Nov 18, 2025
What to Expect Tesla is seeking an experienced Training Specialist to join the Cell Manufacturing team at Gigafactory Texas. In this role, you will develop a world-class manufacturing training program from the ground up, leveraging expertise in production operations, adult learning principles, and process optimization to drive operational excellence. This position requires a passion for personal development through training, exceptional communication, presentation, and organizational skills, and a professional, motivational demeanor. A strong sense of ownership and accountability is essential. As part of the Learning & Development team, you will assist the production team by conducting hands-on training in controlled environments, keeping precise records, prioritizing safety, and promoting a structured and focused learning atmosphere. What You'll Do Create and maintain documentation such as lesson plans, instructor guides, and visuals to support the structured manufacturing training program Facilitate new hire production associates through all phases of the training program, including extended onboarding, documenting attendance, and evaluating assessments or feedback Deliver instructor-led training sessions both in-person and virtually Certify production line personnel as tool operators and as on-the-job trainers Provide on-shift training support for Cell Manufacturing personnel and line leadership as required Benchmark actual workstation production sequences and conditions against current job-task lists and training materials and solicit, document, and disposition feedback from production line leadership Review and update department program documentation and manufacturing instructions, determining appropriate training methods for updates What You'll Bring 3+ years of production operations experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment 1+ years of experience in a hands-on training role such as lead, supervisor, or trainer Experience in creating and delivering effective training in both written and oral formats Ability to communicate professionally with all levels of management and comfort speaking in front of large audiences Understanding of adult learning principles, instructional design, or education Capability to work in a team environment and autonomously with minimal supervision or direction and proficiency in MS Office software including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams Must have command of the English language both written and verbal Physical Demands: Must be able to frequently move about the manufacturing factory, general office environments, production areas, and continuously ascend/descend stairs Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time Must be able to operate a computer and other office productivity machinery Must be able to occasionally move office equipment and supplies weighing up to 25 lbs. Must be able to remain in production shops ~70% of shift while in required Personal Protective Equipment Compensation and Benefits Benefits Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire: Aetna PPO and HSA plans > 2 medical 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 Account) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Aetna 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 Employee Assistance Program Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary 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