Sr Manager of Production, Multi-Shift Operations Leadership, Fremont Factory

Job Category Manufacturing Location Fremont, California Req. ID 124424 Job Type Full-time Tesla participates in the E-Verify Program What to Expect The Role The Production Operations Leader will be responsible for meeting production forecasts and driving continuous improvement through the manufacturing process. They will provide hands-on support, and direction to the operations team. This role will ensure quality and safety of the operation while driving continuous improvement of manufacturing. The ideal candidate strives to create an environment that is productive, encourages open communication, and strives to foster a collaborative environment that is exciting and fun. What You’ll Do Responsible for production including daily production planning, delivery to plan, production cost, (FTT) first time yield, safety, quality targets, and production staffing Maintain high product quality, safety and yield while ensuring optimal cost, use of resources and adherence to best safety practices Maintain the facility and equipment in optimal operating conditions through implementation of a preventative maintenance system and taking appropriate corrective actions where needed Hire, coach, lead and develop large scale teams made up of salaried and hourly team members Support upgrades, new product and material introductions by supporting design teams, creating process plans, tracking budget costs and project schedules and developing countermeasures for timely completion of project goals Drive Safety and Environmental compliance Drive high quality standards in everything we do such as process control systems, monitoring and managing key product metrics, consistency in documentation, and 5S initiatives Develop and deliver continuous improvement initiatives in safety, environmental, quality, cost, efficiency, and productivity objectives. Provide feedback to management on issues; benchmark other organizations for best practices. Lead by example of positive reinforcement and make Tesla a World Class Manufacturing organization Collaborate across boundaries for the best outcome by working with Sales, Marketing, Finance, Engineering, and Test and Quality departments. Meet all other requirements as assigned. What You’ll Bring Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent experience. 8 experience in high volume, high speed manufacturing; 3 years leadership or equivalent Experience with introduction of new products and materials Ability to work well under pressure, manage competing demands and meet tight deadlines with strong follow through Ability to foster a close working relationship with team members and management High-level leadership and decision making skills The ideal candidate is analytical, detail-oriented, self-motivated, well organized, and able to pro-actively communicate with all employees and works well in a fast-paced multi-cultural environment Excellent verbal, interpersonal and written communication skills A strong sense of urgency and drive 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) LGBTQ care concierge services 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 Expected Compensation $96,000 - $258,000/annual salary cash and stock awards benefits Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. 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