Tesla · 1 month ago
Lab Operations Supervisor, Vehicle Engineering, Validation Platforms
Fremont, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$96K/yr - $144K/yrTesla is seeking a Lab Operations Supervisor to oversee the daily operations of multiple lab and testing facilities in the Bay Area. The role involves managing logistics, project coordination, and workforce supervision, ensuring operational excellence in lab services and compliance with safety standards.
AutomotiveElectric VehicleEnergyManufacturingRenewable EnergyTransportation
Responsibilities
Oversee daily lab operations across multiple locations, ensuring organization, safety, and efficiency
Manage space planning, project walkthroughs, rigging projects, and scope definition for lab initiatives
Coordinate logistics, including truck scheduling, consumables stocking, equipment maintenance, and coolant/fluids supply
Supervise contractor access, hazwaste handling, recycling programs, and compliance with EHS standards
Schedule and track workforce training (e.g., forklift, reach truck) and conduct team performance reviews
Lead lab setup for new buildings, including signage, consumables cabinets, and Fastenal satellite stations
Serve as the primary point of contact for stakeholders, workplace services, and offsite testing coordination
Maintain documentation and communication platforms (e.g., SharePoint, JIRA, welcome handouts) to support lab operations
Qualification
Required
Demonstrated experience in lab operations, facilities management, or technical project coordination
Strong organizational and space planning skills with the ability to manage employees at multiple sites
Knowledge of EHS standards, hazwaste handling, and recycling/5S practices
Proficiency in logistics coordination, including scheduling and consumables inventory management
Proven ability to supervise a team of 5+ direct reports, including conducting performance reviews and team management
Technical proficiency with collaboration tools such as SharePoint and JIRA
Excellent communication skills for stakeholder engagement and contractor management
Flexibility to support offsite testing, exterior maintenance, and new lab setup projects
Must be based out of the Fremont, CA site, with occasional travel between nearby sites; infrequent travel outside the Bay Area may be required
Benefits
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
Company
Tesla
Tesla is an electric vehicle and clean energy company that provides electric cars, solar, and renewable energy solutions.
Founded in 2003
10001+ employees
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Funding
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$20.12BKey Investors
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2024-10-05Post Ipo Debt· $783M
2023-09-13Grant· $159.6M
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Chief Financial Officer
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