Manager, Production Line Maintenance, Model Y, General Assembly

What to Expect

Keeping our production lines running at takt is mission critical to Tesla's vehicle output. As a Maager or Production Line Maintenance, you'll own the uptime of the equipment that builds the Model Y.

You bring a proven track record in problem-solving and talent development, with a relentless focus on equipment uptime. You will lead a team of associate managers, maintenance supervisors, and technicians, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and safety. This role requires a strategic thinker with hands-on experience in fast-paced manufacturing environments.

What You’ll Do

• Oversee daily maintenance activities across multiple shifts 24/7, ensuring efficient operation and uptime of automated manufacturing equipment. Drive OEE, MTBF, MTTR, PM compliance, and LIFE event response time for the Model Y production lines
• Lead, mentor, and develop associate managers, supervisors, and technicians to enhance technical skills and leadership capabilities
• Implement and optimize preventive/predictive maintenance programs to maximize equipment uptime and reliability
• Manage maintenance cost, spare parts inventory, and overtime to ensure cost-effective operations. Troubleshoot complex mechanical, electrical, and automation issues, employing root-cause analysis to resolve recurring problems. Own weekly maintenance review-out: uptime trends, top limiters, action plans
• Partner closely with process, equipment and manufacturing engineering, and production teams to drive continuous improvement initiatives and meet department goals
• Support new line commissioning, ramp, and rate-step changes for new product introductions in a high-volume manufacturing environment. Ensure compliance with safety regulations and promote a zero-incident workplace culture

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s in Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Maintenance, or related field, or equivalent experience
• 7+ years of maintenance experience in industrial settings, with 3+ years in a leadership role overseeing teams
• Proven expertise in maintaining highly automated systems. Equipment includes Siemens/Allen Bradley PLCs, Fanuc robots, automated dispensing, Atlas Copco fastening, electrical testing, among other technologies
• Strong proficiency with CMMS (FLUX) software and data-driven decision-making
• Champion talent development, improve team performance, and foster collaborative environments
• Excellent problem-solving skills with a track record of reducing downtime through innovative solutions
• Experience deploying TPM pillars: autonomous maintenance, planned maintenance, focused improvement
• Must have command of the English language, both written and verbal