What to Expect
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, organization skills and attention to detail.
They appreciate 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 the Manufacturing Process Engineers
Develop training programs and hire plans for production associates
Support of control plans to assure 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 being met throughout the entire production process and support no defects from leaving a station or team area
Must have command of the English language, both written and verbal
What You’ll Bring
3+ years in a leadership role managing direct reports (Military Veterans are Highly Encouraged to Apply)
5+ years of experience in fast paced, high volume manufacturing environment preferred
Ability to meet deadlines and be accountable for quality/quantity
Able to manage multiple tasks with competing priorities, establish and achieve goals
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
One to three years of industrial supervisory or similar leadership experience preferred
Able to work a flexible schedule, including weekday and weekend overtime
Good computer skills, experience with Microsoft Office a must