Tesla

What to Expect

The Technical Program Manager, New Product Introduction - Semi Drive Axle is responsible for managing the operations perimeter in its entirety as it relates to introducing the Tesla Semi, and relevant systems, into the production environment as Tesla continues to expand across new product lines and locations.

This requires the Program Manager to lead cross-functional teams to ensure engineering, manufacturing, quality, and supply chain validation targets have been met in accordance with product launch timelines. The Technical Program Manager is ultimately responsible for the critical pre-production build management, MBOM set-up, factory readiness, and successful tactical implementation of the program into production.

What You’ll Do

• Drive all activities as related to the operations perimeter for your program(s) into the factory/factories. Clear target is to meet or exceed program milestones as set forth by the company
• Participate in and lead various cross-functional Program and Manufacturing Readiness forums. Provide clear updates on status and recovery plans as necessary at both working and executive level
• Oversee the complete manufacturing validation for the program. Drive supply chain readiness and handover from launch planning to production planning; organize and oversee factory transition; and follow-up on excess/obsolescence planning and post program/service introduction activities
• Plan, organize, and orchestrate all pre-launch build activities. Facilitate ramp management with operations teams
• Oversee the finalization and validation of the MBOM for the program
• Oversee the validation of all factory systems (MRP, ERP, MES) in regards to launch preparation
• Steer overall program validation plan and manufacturing readiness criteria (KPIs)

What You’ll Bring

• Degree in Engineering, or equivalent relevant experience
• Production Operations Knowledge - Has a firm understanding of how complex production lines operate including key items such as industrial workings between facilities/departments, line balance, OEE, error proofing, etc. or equivalent
• Background in manufacturing/industrial engineering required; supply chain highly desired
• Understanding of how the manufacturing validation process runs in relation to complex new products that stretch across various engineer teams and manufacturing centers/factories (methodology, validation plans, associated KPIs)
• Strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
• Able to be a creative thinker and devise creative solutions to complicated problems
• Excellent problem solving skills; adverse in various problem solving methodologies

Compensation and Benefits

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)
• LGBTQ+ care concierge services
• 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.

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