Computed Tomography Lab Supervisor, Cell Manufacturing

Tesla is looking for a highly motivated Computed Tomography Lab Supervisor to manage shift teams of scanning and disposition technicians in the Cell Manufacturing Computed Tomography Lab. The lab performs routine Computed Tomography (CT) scanning and imaging for cutting-edge Tesla battery cells. In this role, you will work closely with Quality and Engineering technicians, Product Integration, Production and Quality Engineers under the guidance of the Quality Operations Lab Manager to supervise and manage CT processes, failure analysis, and reporting with the highest standards of safety, quality, and output. In addition to people management, you will oversee lab operations and foster a culture of continuous improvement. The ideal candidate must exhibit the knowledge, leadership, and drive needed to overcome priority changes and new challenges to define and execute the optimal path forward.

• Lead a team of CT Lab technicians by communicating test prioritization and delegating work across the shift team

• Provide hands-on support alongside technicians to complete testing, including CT scanning and disposition for production and engineering support

• Take on continuous improvement projects within the lab to enhance workflow efficiency and culture

• Interact with vendors to troubleshoot equipment

• Enforce 5S and workplace hygiene standards across your shift

• Communicate challenges and successes to the Quality Operations Lab Manager

• Enforce compliance with all Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) policies on your shift

• Quality Technician Level 3 or higher with demonstrated leadership skills in a manufacturing setting

• Strong aptitude with Nikon CT operations along with experience with quality systems in a high-volume manufacturing environment

• Familiarity with QS-9000, ISO/TS 16949, APQP, PPAP, FMEA, DFMEA, and PFMEA preferred

• Proficiency in reading and interpreting mechanical drawings and wiring diagrams, and advanced proficiency in operating industrial radiographic equipment and interpretation of multi-planar imaging

• Knowledge of lean manufacturing practices, 5S, TPS, and TQM highly desired

• Detail-oriented with exceptional documentation, organization, and communication skills, and ability to use technological and business system applications to manage, synthesize, and interpret data

• Willing to work long hours and weekends on short notice, and command of the English language, both written and verbal

Essential Physical Demands

• Be both capable and willing to perform all the various manual tasks involved with lab work, such as safely moving heavy objects, moving large pallets with a pallet jack, handling incoming materials, etc.
• Must be able to walk multiple flights of stairs and will need to lift up to 25 lbs.
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time

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
• Earned Wage Access: Real-time pay access paid daily, subject to eligibility and schedule (applicable for below Sr. Managers levels)