Associate Manager, Process Engineering, Megafactory Tesla - 3.3 Lathrop, CA Job Details Full-time $97,200 - $172,800 a year 15 hours ago Benefits Commuter assistance Health savings account AD&D insurance Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Flextime Adoption assistance Employee assistance program 401(k) matching Employee discount Benefits from day one Pet insurance Qualifications Key Performance Indicators Managing manufacturing teams Manufacturing company experience Implementing lean manufacturing processes Full Job Description What to Expect The Megafactory team in Lathrop, CA is looking for a dynamic leader to manage a team of supervisors, technicians, and associates in a high-volume manufacturing environment. This self-starter will drive Process and Non-Conforming Material (NCM) initiatives, collaborating with Production, Engineering, and Quality teams to improve production yield, rework quality, and NCM processes. The role focuses on building high-performing teams, optimizing operations, and fostering continuous improvement. What You'll Do Lead projects to align with department goals, managing operations and metrics on the manufacturing floor to enhance FPY, reduce scrap, and perform root cause analysis for excursions Build and mentor a motivated team through recruitment, onboarding, coaching, and addressing competency gaps to deliver high-quality results against aggressive targets Develop training programs, hiring plans, and standardized manufacturing instructions for repair/rework processes Empower the team to collaborate with Engineering on product manufacturability, line productivity, and cross-functional process improvements (e.g., with NPI, MRB, and Production) What You'll Bring 3+ years managing teams in high-volume manufacturing, with experience in team selection, development, and lean methodologies Strong analytical skills, including data collection, performance metrics (efficiency, quality, safety, throughput, costs), and proficiency in statistical software and MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) Excellent problem-solving, organization, and communication skills; ability to lead under pressure, prioritize competing demands, and present to executives Innovative mindset with aptitude for quick learning, creative process improvements, and EHS adherence 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: 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 Expected Compensation $97,200 - $172,800/annual salary + cash and stock awards + benefits Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. 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. Tesla is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Please let your recruiter know if you need an accommodation at any point during the interview process.