Production Manager, Optimus

The Production Manager for the Optimus program is responsible for leading the production team to achieve the safety, quality, delivery & cost goals and objectives of the organization on new program launch and sustaining production. The Production Manager is responsible for achieving the production build plan, coaching the team to solve problems, and drive continuous improvement to achieve operational excellence. The Production Manager provides hands-on support, leadership, and direction to the production teams on all operational issues.

• Lead the production readiness and ramp for new and sustaining programs in terms of resources, hiring, training, identifying bottlenecks, driving process improvements, and solving critical problems - working cross functionally to unlock capacity
• Take a data driven approach and prioritize the problem solving and improvement initiatives based on KPIs/metrics and their business impact to achieve the organizational goals and objectives
• Achieve the weekly and monthly SPQRC KPI goals and build plan through active problem solving and continuous improvement. Teach the team how to do root cause analysis, problem solving and take a first principle approach
• Hire, coach and mentor Associate Managers and Supervisors to achieve excellence in their roles and maximize their potential. Build a high performing team, set clear expectations and manage their performance effectively
• Work cross functionally to implement process changes, new product introductions, improvement projects and corrective actions expeditiously in a controlled manner and measure the results
• Have a good technical understanding of processes, equipment operation, product quality requirement and work with Engineering and Maintenance to address issues and improve processes
• Work with HR and the production leaders to improve the morale of the team and create an environment in which team members want to come to work and perform at the highest level

• 7-10 years of leadership and manufacturing experience in a highly technical Industrial environment
• Degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical, Chemical Engineering, Electrical or Industrial Engineering or equivalent experience
• Experience launching new programs and ramping production in high volume manufacturing
• The ideal candidate is analytical, detail-oriented, self-driven, critical thinker and able to proactively communicate with all employees and works well in a fast-paced multi-cultural environment and experience with process improvement methodologies to improve efficiency, increase yield and availability for manufacturing processes
• Excellent verbal & written communication skills and strong interpersonal skills. Proficiency in MS Office Suite
• Ability to work well under pressure, manage competing demands and meet tight deadlines with diligent follow-through. Hands-on experience implementing lean methodologies and continuous improvement practices
• Ability to use structured problem-solving methods and techniques to successfully resolve production problems and ability to collaborate with cross functional teams, foster a close working relationship with team members, peers and management

Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:

• Medical plans > 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 Accounts) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High-Deductible 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 (90 day waiting period)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions, Accrued hours for Hourly 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

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.