Plan, organize, direct and conduct industrialization related activities within the supply chain team. Develop, Manage, Audit, Improve and Correct supplier planning and execution of component manufacturing and assembly techniques and...
Description: What You’ll Do - Plan, organize, direct and conduct industrialization related activities within the supply chain team
- Develop, Manage, Audit, Improve and Correct supplier planning and execution of component manufacturing and assembly techniques and quality control processes from the advanced development phase to mass production qualification
- Provide leadership for New Product Introduction (NPI) at Suppliers and lead supplier improvements in scalability, cost, and quality
- Facilitate communication and clarification of technical requirements between Suppliers and Tesla Purchasing, Quality, and Design teams
- Accountable for supplier audits to ensure their ability to meet part performance, delivery, and reliability expectations
- Guide suppliers in developing exceptionally robust processes and procedures to promote efficient and seamless production of high quality products
- Validate supplier corrective actions involving design and/or process changes to ensure they are robust, sustainable, and implemented for similar potential concerns across manufacturing lines and/or suppliers
What You’ll Bring - Degree in Chemical, Electrical, Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing Engineering or equivalent experience
- 5+ years of assembly plant experience supporting polymer/adhesive development in Tier 1 or Tier 2 role or similar experience in a Supplier Quality, Quality Engineering, or Manufacturing Engineering role
- Ability to deep dive into issues analytically and in real world settings to solve issues on technical level and system level. Practical approach to problem solving
- Experience in Quality Systems a plus: PPAP/APQP processes and understanding design principles
- Possess demonstrable leadership abilities and can communicate and direct supplier activities at the management level
- Strong technical writing ability and an ability to explain complex issues in a concise manner Must be familiar with SPC and data analysis
- An average of 30 - 40% travel, possibly on short notice, both internationally and domestically