
Tesla
Production Supervisor, Cybertruck, Battery Pack
RoleManufacturing
LevelLead
LocationAustin, TX, United States
WorkOn-site
TypeFull-time
PostedToday
About the role
What to Expect
As a Production Supervisor, you will play a critical role on the Production team, leading a team of Associates and Leads to manage operations and drive key manufacturing metrics. You will collaborate cross-functionally with Engineering, NPI, and Material Flow to meet production goals while ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency on the manufacturing floor. This role requires a hands-on leadership approach, strong organizational skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
What You’ll Do
- Build, coach, and develop a high-performing production team, ensuring training and hiring plans align with business needs
- Drive production performance metrics (efficiency, quality, safety, throughput, costs) and implement process improvements
- Empower teams to collaborate with Engineering to improve manufacturability, resolve bottlenecks, and enhance productivity
- Ensure quality standards are met throughout production, preventing defects from leaving the station or team area
- Maintain and develop Standardized Manufacturing Instructions and ensure compliance with operating procedures
- Oversee Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) compliance, ensuring workplace safety, training completion, and incident resolution
- Manage shift schedules, workforce planning, and shift-to-shift communication to ensure smooth production operations
What You’ll Bring
- 3 plus years of leadership experience in high-volume manufacturing, preferably managing direct reports
- Experience in hiring, training, and developing teams with a focus on continuous improvement
- Ability to analyze and develop production performance metrics to drive operational excellence
- Strong problem-solving and organizational skills, with the ability to manage competing demands under pressure
- Excellent communication skills, with experience interfacing with executives and cross-functional teams
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and experience with manufacturing systems
- Flexibility to work various shifts, including nights and weekends, as needed
Benefits and perks
•Healthcare
•Paid Time Off
•Retirement Plan
•Learning Budget
Required skills
Production operations
Quality control
Safety procedures
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