What are the responsibilities and job description for the Production Supervisor, Tesla Bot position at Tesla?
The Production Supervisor is responsible for clearly communicating the Safety, People, Quality, Rate and Cost goals and expectations of the department to the team, coach & mentor the production associates, motivate the team to reach higher and solve problems to achieve the business objectives. The ideal candidate will not accept the status quo and constantly look for ways to eliminate waste and drive continuous improvement of processes and procedures. They must have a strong background in manufacturing with the ability to work cross functionally with engineering, quality, maintenance, and management on a wide variety of issues and corrective actions identified. Strong interpersonal, communication, problem solving skills are an absolute requirement to establish effective working relationships within Tesla.
The successful candidate for this position is hands-on, a dynamic people leader who embraces change, passionate about manufacturing, has strong analytical abilities, organization skills, attention to detail and decision-making ability in an ambiguous environment. They appreciate an environment where superior work is encouraged, noticed, and rewarded.
What You'll Do
- Manage up to 45-50 Production Associates, ensuring daily goals are met
- Create a culture of safety and 5S, identify/remove safety hazards and implement corrective actions to address safety incidents
- Monitor the process SPCs, FPY rates and NCM, work with the cross functional team to understand the root cause, address quality issues and reduce scrap
- Achieve the daily production goal by monitoring the performance of the line/team, identify bottlenecks and make adjustments to resolve any issues with urgency
- Set goals, develop, coach and mentor the team members to help them reach their career goals and achieve the organizational objectives
- Manage schedules, time, attendance, and performance management of associates
- Train associates to manufacturing Instructions and work with process engineering, quality, and production to improve processes
- Support issue resolution including root cause analysis & corrective action tracking
- Ensure quality standards are being met throughout the entire production process and supports no defects from leaving a station or team area
- Drive continuous improvement to optimize processes and eliminate waste to achieve the performance metric targets
What You'll Bring
- 3-5 years of experience working in a manufacturing environment as a people leader, with a strong focus on team management and development
- In-depth knowledge of world-class production systems and expertise in lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies
- Extensive experience with a variety of manufacturing processes and new product development and launch activities
- Skilled in managing teams in production environments, including hiring and mentoring new team members
- Proficient in using a broad range of measurement and inspection techniques to ensure production quality
- Ability to develop and analyze production performance metrics, including efficiency, quality, safety, throughput, and costs
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to handle pressure and manage competing demands effectively
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, along with the ability to work productively both independently and in team settings
- Highly organized with meticulous attention to detail and the ability to meet tight deadlines
- Proficient in MS Office programs, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project, to support reporting and process improvement initiatives
Compensation and 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
$80,000 - $120,000/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. 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.
Tesla is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.
Tesla is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Please let your recruiter know if you need an accommodation at any point during the interview process.
Salary : $80,000 - $120,000
