What To Expect
The Associate Manager, Technical Programs, Solar NPI is an engineering leader in our new, greenfield Solar Manufacturing group. This is a high-impact, hands-on role for an experienced manufacturing NPI executive who thrives on building organizations and systems from the ground up. Build and scale a world-class quality organization from the ground up. Own product NPI from R&D through mass production, partnering with engineering, supply chain, and operations to deliver industry-leading cell efficiency, reliability, and cost.
What You'll Do
Manage, mentor and lead a team of Engineers as they support Solar ManufacturingMake daily resource allocation decisions, balancing competing priorities, to serve the needs of the engineering, maintenance, and production communitiesBuild & improve management systems to ensure all equipment operates safely, with high availability & product quality and low cycle time and that our manufacturing processes are robust and demonstrate strong process capabilityEnsure that NPI processes and guidelines are always followed and conduct regular reviews of the process, iterating to make improvements whenever required by business needsLead and assist engineers in resolving unplanned down events and driving permanent RCAs, using the 3D/8D process where applicableOwn headcount and resource planning for projects currently in progress and planned expansion activitiesOwn, report on and drive improvement of area KPIs, including equipment availability, efficiency and cycle time, yield, cost, and capacity
What You'll Bring
Degree in Engineering, or equivalent experience4+ years’ experience leading technical teams within automated, high-volume manufacturing facilities, including but not limited to electromechanical assembly, robotics, etc.Executive-level communication skills, both verbal and written, to both technical and non-technical team membersThorough understanding of product validation processes, production operations, DFM, material movement, and lean manufacturing practicesAbility to manage and execute multiple large-scale projects simultaneously, dynamically adjusting priorities to meet changing business needsDemonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced environment with cross-functional teamsOutstanding problem-solving skills; adept in various problem-solving methodologies
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 Earned Wage Access: Real-time pay access paid daily, subject to eligibility and schedule (applicable for below Sr. Managers levels)
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