Production Manager, Energy

The Tesla Operations Manager will lead a high-volume manufacturing team at Gigafactory New York located in Buffalo, NY. The Operation Manager will oversee multiple areas and shifts ensuring safe and quality production of essential Tesla energy components. A successful candidate will be capable of developing their leaders, driving results through strategic cross-functional collaboration and communication; while supporting Tesla's mission to help accelerate the world's transition to sustainable energy. The ideal candidate will have a track record of significant achievements, tremendous drive, and a willingness to roll up their sleeves.

Responsibilities

• Drive manufacturing teams to achieve established targets for daily going rate and on-time shipments as well as development and continuous improvement of key metrics
• Define shop objectives to meeting business plans, capacity & headcount target, and key performance indicators
• Ensure optimal use of resources and adherence to best safety practices
• Conduct analysis and prepare reports on projects and process improvements as well as make countermeasures for timely completion of project goals
• Build a strong, motivated team capable of consistently delivering high-quality products against aggressive production targets
• Support issue resolution including root cause investigation & an environment of continuous learning and improvement
• Ensure consistency in standards and documentation. Monitor for compliance as well as support and manage continuous improvement activities in safety, quality, cost, efficiency, and productivity objectives

Requirements

• Engineering Degree, experience, 5+ year experience managing teams of people in a high-volume manufacturing setting, or equivalent
• Experience with process improvement methodologies to optimize efficiency and throughput
• Ability to work well under pressure, manage competing demands and meet tight deadlines.
• In depth understanding of mechanical and standardized processes
• Ability to command the english language, both written and verbal
• Strong organization skills with meticulous attention to detail
• Fluent with common MS Office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

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)
• LGBTQ+ care concierge services
• 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


Expected Compensation


• Supervisor Manufacturing Operations - $64,600 - $96,900/annual salary
• Associate Mgr Manufacturing Operations - $81,600 - $122,400/annual salary
• Mgr Manufacturing Operations - $102,000 - $153,000/annual salary
• Sr Mgr Manufacturing Operations - $122,400 - $183,600/annual salary
, depending on level + cash and stock awards + benefits

Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.