What are the responsibilities and job description for the Technical Supervisor, Battery Cell Manufacturing position at Tesla?
As a Technical Supervisor you will have the critical task of managing the priorities and tasks of the engineering technician team. Your experience in fast-paced production lines as well as strong technical background will make you an ideal candidate for this role. You have a passion for employee development and enjoy the process of training and developing the next generation of engineers. You are very hands-on, energetic, and have a capacity to think critically on many different complicated processes. Your proven ability to collaborate with employees, peers, and managers is one of your key strengths for success.
What You'll Do
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Provide technical training to all technicians (8D, Kaizen, DMAIC, lean principles)
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Collaborate with the process and quality teams to support on-going projects
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Work with shift managers and other production supervisors daily to create priorities
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Work with cross-functional teams including process engineering, equipment engineering and maintenance teams
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Drive continuous improvement project initiatives
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Work with the training coordinators ensuring manufacturing Instructions, versatility matrices and other technical documentation are current
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Manages the cross-shift communication for the technician teams
- Reports OEE (cycle time/availability/performance) and required headcount for each area
What You'll Bring
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Bachelor's Degree in Science or Engineering or equivalent experience
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5 years’ experience working in a production engineering role
- 3 years managing teams of people in a production environment
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Must have experience managing direct reports in a production environment
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At least 1 year of experience working in a production environment
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Experience in process development
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Experience in equipment maintenance a plus
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Knowledge of 5S, lean manufacturing and 6-Sigma principles
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Communicate clearly using excellent written and verbal skills
- Proficient with MS office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project)
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
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.
