Tesla Restarts Hiring for Nuevo Leon Plant After Two-Month Pause

Tesla has resumed its hiring efforts in Mexico after a hiatus of nearly two months, during which all job listings for its upcoming plant in Nuevo Leon were removed from its online portal. This move coincides with Tesla's renewed hiring activities in 23 other countries, including France, Spain, Canada, and Elon Musk's native South Africa, alongside increased job openings in the United States and Germany.

In Mexico, where Tesla is establishing its new gigafactory, the company is currently recruiting for three full-time positions in sales and customer service located in Yucatán, Estado de México, and Nuevo León. This decision follows the recent approval of Elon Musk's compensation plan by shareholders and Tesla's relocation of its corporate headquarters from Delaware to Texas earlier this month.

The hiring freeze was initiated by Musk following a challenging first quarter of 2024, during which Tesla reported a significant 55% decline in net profit. The company attributed these setbacks to factory closures due to shipping disruptions from the Red Sea conflict and an arson attack at the Berlin gigafactory.

According to Milenio, Tesla is actively seeking enthusiastic candidates for sales advisor roles who can effectively promote and expand Tesla's product lineup, including the controversial Cybertruck. Ideal applicants are required to have relevant experience in automotive, luxury, customer service, or retail industries, possess strong communication skills in both English and Spanish, hold a valid driver's license, and be available to work weekends.

As previously covered by MBN, the ongoing Gigafactory project in Nuevo León, under a Memorandum of Understanding with the Government of Nuevo Leon, includes crucial infrastructure upgrades such as roadways, gas pipelines, and utilities. These enhancements are designed to accommodate increased vehicular traffic and attract foreign direct investment.

Tesla's US$5 billion investment over 260 hectares is expected to generate 5,000 new jobs, with vehicle production slated to commence by 2026.