Technical Program Manager, Optimus Academy

Project ManagerThe Project Manager will lead the launch and scaling of Optimus Academy, collaborating with cross-functional teams to align training and operations strategy with business objectives, drive process improvements, and ensure effective communication of policies and procedures across the organization.This role is for you if you are used to and enjoy solving hard problems; you have a maniacal sense of urgency and roll up your sleeves to get things done. A daily routine doesn't exist in our fast-paced environment, which is why you must adapt to new circumstances regularly.ResponsibilitiesOwn multiple concurrent Academy projects measured against the five operating KPIs — Safety, People, Accuracy, Rate, Cost — each with milestone dates, a named owner, and a weekly status against targetSupport the leadership team in bridging the gap from idea to action — take concepts and convert them into scoped plans, owners, and dates through a repeatable, systematic approachDrive cross-functional projects across Collection, Engineering, Recruiting, HR, EHS, Facilities, and suppliers; convert competing priorities into a single sequenced action list with owners and due datesRun operations end to end — from the headcount model and training plan down to floor walks, shift handoffs, and station-level problem solving the same day it surfacesMonitor and evaluate the effectiveness of operational programs, recommending and implementing improvements as neededRequirementsMinimum 5 years in project management or manufacturing operations, OR a clear display of excellence and outstanding achievements when experience is missingDirect people leadership experience — hired, coached, and developed teams, including managing through leads and supervisorsHands-on with data — builds dashboards and reporting from raw sources (Excel, SQL, Tableau/Power BI or equivalent) and uses them to drive decisions, not just report statusDetail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy, quality, and confidentiality; can-do attitude and a heightened sense of urgencyExceptional communication and interpersonal skills, from the production floor to top management; willingness to work difficult challenges regardless of discipline, including off-shift coverage during rampCompensation & 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 programExpected Compensation $72,000 - $162,000/annual salary + cash and stock awards + benefitsPay 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.