Job Description

Locations

• Palo Alto, California, United States

Salary

Skills Required

• communicating well with internal and external teamsintermediate
• traveling to suppliers in different regionsintermediate
• on-the-spot critical decision makingintermediate
• 5+ years of assembly plant experience supporting high volume segmented motors, complex assembly, machining, lubrication and end of line electrical testing systemsintermediate
• Experience in Quality Systems: PPAP/APQP processesintermediate
• Experience in developing lines for planetary, strain wave (Harmonics Drives), cycloidal, ball screws, belt drives, lead screws, magnetic gear, speed reduction systemsintermediate
• Experience with torque and force sensing technologies and instrumentationintermediate
• Experience with thermal analysis and design for passive (natural convection) and active coolingintermediate
• In-depth knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) and inspectionintermediate
• demonstrable leadership abilitiesintermediate
• managing safety critical parts and high volume productionintermediate
• team building skills in dealing with suppliers, peers, and other functional areasintermediate
• Strong technical writing abilityintermediate
• explain complex issues in a concise and plain mannerintermediate
• familiar with SPC and data analysisintermediate
• Ability to travel an average of 30 - 40% travel, possibly on short noticeintermediate

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing Engineering, evidence of experience and exceptional ability, or equivalent experience (experience)
• 5+ years of assembly plant experience supporting high volume segmented motors, complex assembly, machining, lubrication and end of line electrical testing systems or similar in a Supplier Quality or Manufacturing Engineering role. (experience, 5 years)
• Experience in Quality Systems a plus: PPAP/APQP processes; (experience)
• Experience in developing lines for planetary, strain wave (Harmonics Drives), cycloidal, ball screws, belt drives, lead screws, magnetic gear, speed reduction systems with high specific torque (force), efficiency, and reliability (experience)
• Experience with torque and force sensing technologies and instrumentation; (experience)
• Experience with thermal analysis and design for passive (natural convection) and active cooling (experience)
• In-depth knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) and inspection; (experience)
• Possess demonstrable leadership abilities; (experience)
• Previous experience managing safety critical parts and high volume production (experience)
• Ability to thrive in a fast paced, dynamic environment. (experience)
• Excellent team building skills in dealing with suppliers, peers, and other functional areas; (experience)
• Strong technical writing ability and an ability to explain complex issues in a concise and plain manner. (experience)
• Must be familiar with SPC and data analysis; (experience)
• Ability to travel an average of 30 - 40% travel, possibly on short notice (experience)

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in Quality Systems a plus: PPAP/APQP processes; (experience)

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, direct, and conduct industrialization related activities within the supply chain team;
• Develop, Manage, Audit, Improve and Correct supplier planning and execution of component manufacturing and assembly techniques and quality control processes from the advanced development phase to mass production qualification
• Provide leadership for New Product Introduction (NPI) at Suppliers;
• Lead supplier improvements in scalability, cost, and quality
• Facilitate communication and clarification of technical requirements between Suppliers and Tesla Purchasing, Quality, and Design teams
• Accountable for supplier audits to ensure their ability to meet part performance, delivery, and reliability expectations
• Collaborate with Tesla Design, Quality, and Manufacturing to determine the ideal performance specifications and supplier metrics
• Accountable for leading, tracking and improving supplier manufacturing process development and launch readiness for new products and design changes;
• Guide suppliers in developing exceptionally robust processes and procedures to promote efficient and seamless production of high-quality products
• Validate supplier corrective actions involving design and/or process changes to ensure they are robust, sustainable, and implemented for similar potential concerns across manufacturing lines and/or suppliers;
• Provide input on new or alternative materials for improved design, manufacturability, or cost reduction

Benefits

• general: Aetna PPO and HSA plans > 2 medical plan options with $0 payroll deduction
• general: Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits
• general: Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contribution
• general: Company Paid (Health Savings Account) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Aetna medical plan with HSA
• general: Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• general: 401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefits
• general: Company paid Basic Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance
• general: Employee Assistance Program
• general: Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions), and Paid Holidays
• general: Back-up childcare and parenting support resources
• general: Voluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insurance
• general: Weight Loss and Tobacco Cessation Programs
• general: Tesla Babies program
• general: Commuter benefits
• general: Employee discounts and perks program

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