Tesla Motors, Inc.
Production Supervisor, Megafactory
Tesla Motors, Inc., Brookshire, Texas, United States, 77423
What to Expect
This role will be based out of the Greater Houston Area (TX) however will be expected to work in Fremont (CA) to support early builds and validation for the first 6-12 months. Other travel may be required.
The Production Supervisor is a member of the Manufacturing Production Team. They will lead the development, implementation and application of Tesla's Production System. The ideal candidate has a proven record of success in the implementation and application of production systems in a manufacturing environment. They must have a broad background with the ability to work with engineering, production associates, quality, and suppliers across a wide variety of issues/ corrective actions identified in production and field performance. Strong interpersonal and communication skills are an absolute requirement to establish effective working relationships within Tesla and outside. The successful candidate for this position takes pride in their hands‑on and analytical abilities, organizational skills and attention to detail. This individual appreciates an environment where superior work is encouraged, noticed and rewarded.
What You'll Do
Develop & maintain Standardized Work Instructions used in production by the production associates
Support the development of Process Failure Modes Effects Analysis (PFMEA) to identify critical risks in the production processes with Manufacturing Process Engineers
Develop training programs and hire plans for production associates
Support of control plans to ensure critical features are controlled through the production process
Manage production associates and develop the team structures used in the Tesla Factory
Support issue resolution including root cause investigation & corrective action tracking
Ensure quality standards are met throughout the entire production process and support no defects from leaving a station or team area
What You'll Bring
Welding experience preferred and a thorough knowledge of high-volume production systems and processes
Experience managing teams of people in a production environment and hiring in and developing new team members in a production environment
Experience in new product development and launch activities
Experience with broad variety of measurement and inspection techniques
Ability to work with and develop production performance metrics (efficiency, quality, safety, throughput, costs)
Able to work well under pressure while managing competing demands and tight deadlines
Remain engaged, proactive and positive in tough circumstances, owning assignments and taking full accountability for their success
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)
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
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The Production Supervisor is a member of the Manufacturing Production Team. They will lead the development, implementation and application of Tesla's Production System. The ideal candidate has a proven record of success in the implementation and application of production systems in a manufacturing environment. They must have a broad background with the ability to work with engineering, production associates, quality, and suppliers across a wide variety of issues/ corrective actions identified in production and field performance. Strong interpersonal and communication skills are an absolute requirement to establish effective working relationships within Tesla and outside. The successful candidate for this position takes pride in their hands‑on and analytical abilities, organizational skills and attention to detail. This individual appreciates an environment where superior work is encouraged, noticed and rewarded.
What You'll Do
Develop & maintain Standardized Work Instructions used in production by the production associates
Support the development of Process Failure Modes Effects Analysis (PFMEA) to identify critical risks in the production processes with Manufacturing Process Engineers
Develop training programs and hire plans for production associates
Support of control plans to ensure critical features are controlled through the production process
Manage production associates and develop the team structures used in the Tesla Factory
Support issue resolution including root cause investigation & corrective action tracking
Ensure quality standards are met throughout the entire production process and support no defects from leaving a station or team area
What You'll Bring
Welding experience preferred and a thorough knowledge of high-volume production systems and processes
Experience managing teams of people in a production environment and hiring in and developing new team members in a production environment
Experience in new product development and launch activities
Experience with broad variety of measurement and inspection techniques
Ability to work with and develop production performance metrics (efficiency, quality, safety, throughput, costs)
Able to work well under pressure while managing competing demands and tight deadlines
Remain engaged, proactive and positive in tough circumstances, owning assignments and taking full accountability for their success
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)
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
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