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Sr. Production Manager, Solar Manufacturing

Tesla Motors, Inc., Corpus Christi, TX, United States


Sr. Production Manager, Solar Manufacturing
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 fosters a collaborative environment that is exciting and fun.

What to Expect
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 fosters 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 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

What You'll Bring

Degree in Engineering, or equivalent experience

10+ years' experience in high volume, high speed manufacturing; 5+ 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

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
Along with competitive pay, as a full‑time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:

Medical plans > 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 Accounts) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High‑Deductible 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 (90 day waiting period)

Employee Assistance Program

Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions, Accrued hours for Hourly 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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