Quality Supervisor Battery Remanufacturing jobs at Tesla in United States, Buffalo

• Maintain LabVIEW, Python, TestStand, and Golang production test software
• Generate user interfaces (GUI’s) as well as troubleshooting tools to improve the diagnostic capability of existing production test software
• Optimize automated processes to minimize cycle time and maximize uptime
• Validate using data-driven statistical approaches (such as Gage R&R, and Cpk)
• Design and industrial electrical control panels which are NFPA79/NEC/UL508A compliant, and create electrical, pneumatic and fluid schematics
• Develop test according to test procedures and specifications for both new make and Remanufactured components
• Provide on-site support for test equipment deployment
• Create troubleshooting and maintenance documents for testers
• Work with a team of Technicians to acquire new instruments and build fixtures to aid in verifying factory test equipment is operating correctly

• Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Software Engineering, or the equivalent relevant experience
• 4+ years of experience as a hands-on Manufacturing Test Software Engineer
• Experience commissioning test equipment, and root causing tester vs product issues
• Experience working with and debugging common communication protocols (CAN, Ethernet, GPIB, etc.)
• Experience with software version-control using one of the following tools: SVN, Git, or GitHub
• Exposure to data analytics using MySQL
• Familiarity with AutoCAD Electrical, EPLAN and SolidWorks
• Experience with high voltage environments is preferred but not required
• Understanding of three phase electrical systems, and power conversion electronics is a plus
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally up to 10%

• Provide technical training to all technicians focused on controls, mechanics, electrical, etc.
  
• Align projects to drive department goals by managing operations and driving metrics in critical area
  
• Lead remanufacturing technicians on process issues analysis and problem solving
  
• Monitor defect trends and escalate to responsible engineering, quality, and service teams
  
• Support issue resolution including root cause investigation & corrective action tracking
  
• Work with the training department ensuring manufacturing Instructions, versatility matrices and other technical documentation are current
  
• Manages the cross-shift communication for the technician teams
  

• 3+ years of experience managing teams of people in a high-volume manufacturing setting, preferred
  
• Experience in selecting and developing new team members
  
• Ability to work with and develop production performance metrics (efficiency, quality, safety, throughput, costs)
  
• Able to work well under pressure while managing competing demands and tight deadlines
  
• Communicate using excellent written and verbal skills; able to interface with executives and leaders daily
  
• Strong organization skills with meticulous attention to detail
  
• Fluent with standard MS Office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
  
• Ability to work a flexible shift, including nights and weekends, if necessary

• Work closely with manufacturing to establish processes and procedures to ensure consistently high quality and analyze and interpret data independently to anticipate potential problems and take preventative action
• Utilize product quality plans and control plans, maintain quality performance metrics, and drive issues to root cause solutions
• Work with Manufacturing Engineering to have a process that meets the product specification and tolerance and audit the manufacturing line against released manufacturing processes and procedures and process and implement Engineering Change Orders (ECOs) as required
• Assist in the identification and resolution of incoming material and manufacturing quality issues, contain parts or products as needed, sort parts for quality requirements, and analyze and disposition component and product defects as a member of the Material Review Board
• Participate in continuous improvement activities with manufacturing and take part in an ongoing optimization of the products concerning both cost and production technology
• Work with Supply Quality Engineering and Suppliers to maintain adherence to specifications that support production requirements
• Support FMEA activities to identify design and manufacturing issues and mitigate risks. Provide Design for Manufacturability feedback to Engineering, as well as participate in DFM reviews

• 3+ years of experience within quality systems in a high-volume manufacturing environment
• Experienced in QS-9000, ISO/TS 16949, APQP, PPAP, FMEA, DFMEA, PFMEA preferred
• Strong aptitude with electronic and manual test and measurement systems
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting mechanical drawings and wiring diagrams
• Ability to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, ability to lift and sort parts of up to 30 pounds as needed
• Ability to use technological tools and business system applications to manage, synthesize, and interpret data
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing practices, 5S, TPS, TQM, etc. are highly desired

Essential Physical Demands:

• Ability to perform physically demanding work for extended periods of time, up to 12 hours/day
• Frequently and repetitively, lift, push and carry up to 35 lbs.
• The ability to carry 20 lbs. up and down stairs
• Frequently and repetitively, bend, lift and reach to install vehicle parts of varying size and weight overhead, accurately and in allotted timeframes
• Ability to stand and walk for up to 12 hours/day, including over varied and uneven terrain
• Stoop, lay, bend, reach, squat, kneel, crouch, twist and crawl for extended periods of time, including up to 12 hours/day
• Climb and maintain balance on ladders, scaffolding or other high structures
• Ability to find issues in a work process and receive safety signals using sight, touch, and hearing
• Demonstrated ability to handle and manipulate tooling and mechanically fasten bolts within required cycle time, quickly and accurately during new hire training and maintaining ability throughout employment
• Exposures to hazardous materials used in the painting process and ability to follow waste handling/disposal procedures
• Wearing Personal Protective Equipment, including but not limited to safety glasses, safety shoes, bump caps, hearing protection, full-face respirators, gloves, and adhering to prescribed safety rules and guidelines

• Build a strong, motivated team capable of consistently delivering high quality results against aggressive product development targets
• Drive high standards in Safety, Quality, Innovation, Collaboration, Teamwork, and Trustworthiness
• Allocate Energy Remanufacturing technicians and associates across multiple lines and technical requirements
• Create development plans for employee growth and career progression
• Maintain and track teams KPIs
• Forecast headcount needs based on current and future programs
• Understand and determine priority with various competing program priorities

• Degree in Engineering is a plus
• 5+ years’ experience working in a manufacturing environment and 3+ years managing teams of people in a production environment
• Experience in process development, equipment bring-up and an understanding of small volume, high variability manufacturing
• Knowledge of 5S, lean manufacturing or 6-Sigma principles and ability to develop and maintain performance metrics
• Proficient with MS office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project)
• Experience selecting and developing new team members
• Excellent communication and organizational skills

• Perform complex and precise electro-mechanical debug/repair/remanufacture
  
• Maintain inventory integrity and repair history through diligent record keeping and adherence to process
  
• Typically involves a variety of operations that require a thorough understanding of the functional operation of the subassemblies as well as the finished product
  
• Work from complex and detailed manufacturing documentation and/or verbal and written instructions
  
• Work with and help develop specialized fixtures, test equipment, and procedures
  
• Work with Material Review Board (MRB) to support Manufacturing
  

• Minimum 5 years experience in assembly and repair of electro-mechanical components or electric motors
  
• Working knowledge of high voltage DC battery systems, or basic electronics and DC electrical systems
  
• Proficient with hand tools and computer-based tools, including precision measuring equipment, electrical test equipment, and computer databases
  
• Experience with semi-automated manufacturing equipment is highly desirable. Ability to read and understand manufacturing instructions, electrical diagrams, and mechanical drawings
  
• Good command of the English language, both written and verbal
  
• Proficient with computer tools, including Word, Excel, QuickBase, and Outlook
  

• Disposition of all non-conforming materials that are produced by the manufacturing line
  
• Day to day coverage of production line process, including rapid response on out-of-control processes to minimize cost and maximize productivity
  
• Investigate and implement countermeasures to improve process Cpk and product yield
  
• Maintain and help develop up-to-date manufacturing instructions
  
• Support Lean Manufacturing and 5S initiatives
  
• Work with Engineering and Manufacturing to ensure maintenance instructions and schedules are always available and current as well as summarize and analyze yield and process data
  
• Manage small projects involving multiple departments and/or outside contractors as well as manage workload with positive attitude and proactively help co-workers
  

• Day to day sustaining MES/MI synchronicity
  
• Support and monitor engineering trials
  
• Weekend coverage of any process-related issues that may occur
  
• Managing MN creation/expiry/approvals
  
• Provide direct support to process engineers on continuous improvement projects
  
• Other duties as assigned by Manager
  
• Ability to command the english language both written and verbal
  

• Diligent drive supplier accountability for part quality issues that are impacting Production by effectively managing and ensuring closure for supplier corrective actions. This includes starting and maintaining sorts & reworks, dispositioning MRB material and issuing chargebacks and validating supplier clean points
• Lead cross-functional between Supplier Industrial Engineering, Quality Engineering, Suppliers & Designers for driving resolution to quality issues related to Tesla electronics commodity vendors
• Engage with suppliers on developing short term containment actions and long-term corrective actions to quality issues, SCAR (Supplier Corrective Action Request) follow up and management from beginning to end
• Responsible of Supplier Quality Performance at the factory, work onsite daily to support on data collection/analysis to identify failure trends and collaborate facilitating this data to Engineering, Design, Supplier Industrial Engineering, and other Failure Analysis teams
• Based on performance and business needs, set priorities for suppliers; Develop positive relationships and work closely with Supply Chain Team to manage, implement, and track supplier/engineering, design changes, capacity studies and New Product Introductions and transfers; All before leading and/or supporting vehicle trials
• Self-starter, seeking opportunities to improve processes, part quality and overall efficiency; Identifies trends and priorities by organizing and graphing/charting data; Applies project management and/or systems engineering tools to complete complex tasks

• Degree or equivalent experience in Electrical, Electronics, Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing Engineering
• 5+ years of component or assembly plant experience supporting Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics or similar in Supplier Quality, Supplier Development, Process, Quality, or Manufacturing Engineering role Knowledge. Experience in a manufacturing organization is strongly preferred
• Experience in Electronic Top Level Assembly (TLA) and PCBA manufacturing processes, Low voltage systems & Mechanical sub-assemblies is a plus
• PPAP/APQP processes, display an advanced working knowledge of Statistical Process Control (SPC), Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerance (GD&T), Lean Manufacturing, and how to apply these skills to improve quality, capacity, and reduce cost
• Specific training and demonstrated success in applying, analyzing, and reviewing quality problem solving methods such as fishbone diagrams, FMEA, process capability analysis, hypothesis testing, DoE, SPC, 8D, etc
• Quality systems experience in a manufacturing environment (automotive preferred)
• Ability to communicate and direct supplier activities to management & executive level, excellent oral, written and presentation communication skills. Well organized with meticulous attention to detail
• Ability to define and execute a project using project management techniques
• Ability, willingness to travel domestically, and internationally. Travel sometimes on short notice
• Ability to thrive in a fast paced, dynamic environment. Excellent team building skills in dealing with suppliers, peers and other functional areas