Quality Lab Supervisor, LFP Cell Manufacturing Tesla Motors, Inc. paid holidays, flex time, 401(k) United States, Nevada, Sparks 1 Electric Avenue (Show on map) Jul 23, 2026 What to Expect We are seeking an experienced and skilled Lab Supervisor to lead our team of technicians responsible for laboratory operations, including quality control, testing, and inspection of materials and components. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in chemistry, chemical engineering, mechanical engineering, material science, or a related field, with expertise in laboratory operations, quality management, and leadership. The successful candidate will have excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to drive improvements, respond to quality excursions, and bring structure and performance to the team. What You'll Do Lead and manage a team of lab technicians, delegating responsibilities, managing schedules, and providing coaching, training, and guidance to ensure team effectiveness Collaborate with cross-functional teams and escalate quality issues to management and engineering, assisting in corrective actions and driving improvements Manage material disposition, ensuring proper inspection and testing of materials, and enforce 5S and workplace hygiene standards for a safe and organized environment Develop and implement operating procedures for the lab to ensure efficient, effective, and compliant processes with regulatory requirements Troubleshoot common equipment issues, work with external vendors for non-trivial problems, and assist with test methods development, validation, and handover Provide regular reports and updates to the quality team and management, highlighting key performance metrics and areas for improvement Tesla people leaders are responsible for a variety of Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) assurance functions, including ensuring their teams' safety training is current, documenting EHS incidents, proactively correcting workplace hazards in the areas, and empowering others to continuously improve operations What You'll Bring Degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Material Science, or equivalent experience Minimum of 2 years of leadership experience in a quality or laboratory setting Strong knowledge of quality management systems, such as

ISO 9001, ISO

17025, or

IATF 16949

Proficiency in technical drawing interpretation, including GD&T, and measurement systems Experience in statistical process control and data analysis techniques Certification in a quality-related field, such as Six Sigma or TQM, is a plus Strong communication skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office and Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS) 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