Quality Operations Supervisor, Battery, Powertrain

Quality SupervisorWe are seeking an energetic, team-oriented people-person to be responsible for the performance of Quality Technicians and Inspectors on shift. The Quality Supervisor will manage a team of technicians and inspectors to ensure they perform at a high level while meeting the needs of the production floor and product quality. This individual will be responsible for Quality assurance related metrics for their shift. They will performance manage their team to generate the highest value from every employee while maintaining a high level of technical ability.ResponsibilitiesGuide and coordinate Quality Technicians on shift, taking primary ownership for their training and ability to maintain conformance to quality procedures, specifications, and interact with Manufacturing team members to determine shift priorities and allocation of laborDrive improvement activities across the shift to increase team knowledge and capability and align with Quality Engineering team to support validation and root cause investigation activitiesAdhere to strict 5S standards and maintain cleanliness in the work area and observe all safety policies during the execution of required tasks and work with and around hazardous areas and hazardous chemicals and materialsWork from schematics, diagrams, layouts, defined plans, and written/verbal instructionsMaintain quality performance metrics and drive issues to root cause solutions and audit manufacturing line against released manufacturing processes and proceduresProvide coaching and training to Quality Technicians, define goals and performance metrics.

This would include conducting bi-weekly 1x1's with each individual technicianTesla 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 operationsRequirements2+ years of leadership experience with a team of 10 or more employeesMust understand general manufacturing processes, Quality methodologies, and team leadership. Must demonstrate reliability, initiative, and desire to learn. Must be adaptable in work schedule (including compressed work week and night shift) and the working environmentCapable of providing constructive feedback to subordinates, multitask and adapt to constant change, and maintains confidentiality of sensitive and proprietary information; Effective verbal and written communications skills along with strong attention to detail, flexibility, and prioritization and must have command of the English language, both written and verbalAbility to sit, stand, and/or walk for 10+ hours per day and wear all required PPE associated with required tasks. Wear air purifying respirator as needed for specific tasks.

Lift at least 30 lbs. on a regular basis. Perform repetitive hand and wrist motions and sometimes may have to twist and bend body. Ability to climb ladders/stairs, work in a loud environment.

Must be able to discern audible alarms, must be able to distinguish colors and possess accurate depth perceptionStrong aptitude with electronic and mechanic test and measurements systems and proficiency in reading and interpreting mechanical drawings and wiring diagrams; Applicable documented Training and/or Certifications a plusAbility to use technological tools and business system applications to manage, synthesize, interpret data, and able to use Microsoft Office softwareMust have command of the English language, both written and verbalCompensation & 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