Operations Supervisor, Optimus Actuators

Operations Supervisor – Optimus ActuatorsAs an Operations Supervisor – Optimus Actuators, you will help build the future of robotics on Tesla's Optimus production lines in Austin, TX. Leading a hybrid team of manufacturing technicians, maintenance technicians, and production associates, you will own both throughput and equipment uptime across highly automated lines – developing build plans, driving OEE, and turning a brand-new production system into a world-class operation.This is a rare ground-floor opportunity to scale one of the world's most ambitious products from day one. If you think from first principles, thrive in fast-paced, high-ownership environments, and love both developing people and solving problems no one has solved before, you'll fit right in and you'll help accelerate Tesla's mission to build a world of amazing abundance.ResponsibilitiesBuild a strong, motivated team of Maintenance Technicians, Manufacturing Technicians, and Production Associates capable of consistently delivering high-quality output against aggressive production targets in manual and fully automated linesDevelop and execute plans that balance production throughput with preventive maintenance schedules, focusing on OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness) improvementsMaintain a culture that prioritizes safety and quality through communication, action, and accountabilityEmpower technicians and associates to collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve technical issues, enhance product manufacturability, line productivity, and overall operational performanceChampion issue resolution, including root cause investigations and implementing corrective actions to prevent recurrence and to achieve operational excellenceDevelop high-performance teams by creating individual growth plans for supervisors, technicians, and associates, emphasizing technical training in critical systems for maintenance, engineering, and automated manufacturing productionAs a people leader, you are responsible for a variety of Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) assurance functions, including ensuring your team's safety training is current, documenting EHS incidents, proactively correcting workplace hazards in your areas, and empowering others to continuously improve operationsRequirementsBachelor's Degree preferred, or equivalent experience3+ years of experience managing teams in a high-volume manufacturing settingProven success in balancing production targets with maintenance priorities, including experience with OEE optimization, preventive maintenance, and process developmentExtensive detailed analysis experience to make data-driven decisions and summarize results for executivesAbility to troubleshoot complex production and equipment issues while driving continuous improvementStrong understanding of 5S, lean manufacturing, and Six Sigma methodologies (certification a plus)Advanced skills in MS Office (Excel for data analysis, PowerPoint for reporting) and familiarity with production/maintenance software (e.g., CMMS, ERP systems)Compensation & BenefitsBenefitsAlong 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 deductionFamily-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefitsDental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contributionCompany Paid (Health Savings Accounts) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High-Deductible medical plan with HSAHealthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefitsCompany paid Basic Life, AD&DShort-term and long-term disability insurance (90 day waiting period)Employee Assistance ProgramSick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions, Accrued hours for Hourly positions), and Paid HolidaysBack-up childcare and parenting support resourcesVoluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insuranceWeight Loss and Tobacco Cessation ProgramsTesla Babies programCommuter benefitsEmployee discounts and perks program