| Location | Lathrop, CA |
We are looking for a highly capable Quality Technical Program Manager to serve as the right hand to the Quality Manager. This role is responsible for leading the quality aspects of new programs from inception through launch and into sustained production. You will own the deployment of Advanced Product Quality Planning APQP drive structured problem solving establish robust quality business processes and deliver measurable improvements in field reliability production yield and customer satisfaction. This is a hybrid role that combines deep technical quality expertise with strong program management and cross-functional leadership skills. Act as the right hand to the Quality Manager in leading new programs and sustaining key quality objectives and results
Lead Advanced Product Quality Planning APQP for new programs including development of quality-critical product and process requirements supplier qualification and PPAP
Lead complex technical problem solving for internal and external customers using 8D Lean Six Sigma and Shainin methodologies
Develop maintain and continuously improve quality business processes workflows gate reviews and standard templates
Create and manage trackers resource plans and progress reporting for all quality-related program activities
Own quality metrics and key results for the Megafactory site and Energy business customer satisfaction nonconformities warranty yield etc.
Perform data-driven analysis using statistical tools Minitab JMP databases and scripting Python MySQL to identify improvement opportunities
Support dimensional analysis statistical tolerancing process capability studies CpCpk and MSA activities
Participate in design reviews change management and validation activities to ensure quality and reliability requirements are met
Drive lessons learned and best-practice sharing across Lathrop Nevada and New York factories
Degree in Electrical Mechanical Materials Chemical Industrial Engineering or equivalent experience
Minimum 5 years of experience in Quality Engineering and ProgramProject Management in a manufacturing environment
Strong experience with Quality Core Tools APQP FMEA Control Plan SPC MSA PPAP 8D
Demonstrated expertise in structured problem solving 8D Six Sigma Shainin
Six Sigma Green Belt Black Belt CQE ASQ or equivalent certification is preferred
Experience with high-volume manufacturing electro-mechanical assemblies or batteryenergy storage systems is a big plus
Experience working in JIRA developing workflows and running phased gate reviews
Strong data analysis skills and familiarity with statistical software
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to build trusted relationships at all levels. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence without direct authority
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
401k 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
100800 - 151200annual 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.