Cell Quality Operations Manager

Tesla

Austin, Texas Posted October 26, 2026

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On-site Full-time Senior
Job Description

Description:
Tesla is looking for a Cell Quality Operations Manager to
lead a large team of technicians and supervisors with a mission to ensure
incoming and in-process quality for cell production in our Texas factory. The
Manager will oversee all day-to-day quality operations to support manufacturing
activities and execute our quality control plans. They will utilize their quality
operations experience to coordinate inspections, testing, and validation of our
products and processes.

Responsibilities:
Coordinate with engineering teams to define and execute
quality control plans across all cell manufacturing operations
Coordinate product and process inspections, validations, and
audits throughout the factory
Manage incoming quality validations and coordinate with
supply chain teams and suppliers to continually improve incoming material
quality
Manage quality laboratory tools and equipment, including
CMMs, vision inspection tools, CT scanners, and other high-precision
measurement equipment
Work with quality engineering and production teams to
resolve ongoing or systemic quality operations issues
Develop, coordinate, and execute OCAP procedures
Onboard, mentor, and develop a large team of technicians, supervisors,
and associate managers
Define and drive KPIs and objectives and communicate along
with key issues to executive leadership

Requirements:
7+ years of experience in high-volume manufacturing, within
Quality, Process, or Production operations
5+ years of leadership experience including leading other
leaders (supervisors or other managers)
Proven ability to build and lead a strong team in a 24x7 manufacturing
environment
Demonstrated knowledge of key quality engineering principles
Demonstrated ability to organize and prioritize in highly
dynamic production environment
Able to work well under pressure while managing competing
demands and tight deadlines
Remain engaged, proactive, and positive in tough
circumstances
Strong organization skills with meticulous attention to
detail
Strong interpersonal skills and a demonstrated ability to
communicate effectively across all business levels and functions
Must have command of the English language, both written and
verbal

Compensation & Benefits:
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

Required Skills
manufacturing quality assurance testing audit supply chain KPIs leadership English compensation
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