Tesla · 1 month ago
Associate Production Engineering Manager, Powertrain, Semi
Sparks, NV
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior LevelTesla is seeking an Engineering Manager to join the Production Engineering team at the Semi Factory in Sparks, NV. The role involves leading an Equipment and Process Engineering team to drive operational efficiency and improve production line performance through data-driven approaches and lean manufacturing principles.
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Responsibilities
Tesla people leaders are responsible for a variety of Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) assurance functions, including ensuring their teams’ safety training is current, documenting EHS incidents, proactively correcting workplace hazards in the areas, and empowering others to continuously improve operations
Clearly define expectations for the engineering team which improve overall production line performance
Use data driven approach to drive OEE improvements
Utilize lean manufacturing principles to reduce scrap from different sources
Innovate processes and procedures to streamline production activities
Push the team to adhere to strict 5S standards and maintain cleanliness on the floor and within automation cells
Collaborate with manufacturing engineering and controls teams to install and troubleshoot new processes during installation, startup, and hand over, then improve preventative maintenance activities to decrease overall downtime
Qualification
Required
Degree in Engineering, or equivalent experience
Experience leading teams within automated, high volume manufacturing facilities, including but not limited to assembly, robotics, etc
Exemplary track record of high impact contributions both as an individual engineer and in a management capacity
Hands on experience with lean manufacturing principles
Demonstrated ability to meet commitments and deliver results in a fast-paced technical manufacturing environment
Ability to manage and execute multiple large-scale projects simultaneously, dynamically adjusting priorities to meet changing business needs
Experience with application and teaching of structured problem-solving methodology, such as DOE, root cause analysis, etc
Experience with mechanical, automation, and controls engineering; Understanding of equipment component behavior and general manufacturing processes, automation, and controls
Must be adaptable in work schedule (including compressed work week and night shift) and working environment
Preferred
Experience working in heavy trucking manufacturing
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
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$20.12BKey Investors
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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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