Plan, organize, direct and conduct industrialization related activities within the supply chain team
Develop, Manage, Audit and Improve supplier planning and execution of manufacturing process, assembly techniques and quality controls from the advanced development phase to mass production
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
Track Supplier key metrics like safety stocks and OEE for critical suppliers and products on sustaining programs
Collaborate with Tesla Design & validation team to define the validation requirement to meet product performance specifications
Accountable for leading, tracking and improving supplier manufacturing process development and launch readiness for new products and design changes
Guide suppliers in developing exceptionally robust processes and procedures to promote efficient and seamless production of high-quality products
Drive supplier’s quality issues to ensure they implement robust & sustainable corrective actions and implement lesson learnt for similar product and process
What You’ll Bring
Degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing, Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience
3+ years of assembly plant experience supporting mechanical component manufacturing as Supplier Quality, Quality Engineering, or Manufacturing Engineering role
Experience in Vehicle Interior components like Cockpit module, Headliners, Hard trims, Center Consoles or Door Trims is a plus
In-depth knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) and inspection
Experience in Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP), Production Part Approval Process (PPAP), Failure Mode and Effect Analysis (FMEA), Capacity Verification / Run at Rate and OEE analysis
Must be familiar with SPC and data analysis
Ability to communicate and direct supplier activities at the management level
Ability to thrive in a fast paced, dynamic environment. Excellent team building skills in dealing with suppliers, peers and other functional areas
Previous experience managing safety critical parts
An average of 30 - 40% travel, possibly on short notice