Associate Manager Quality Operations, Data Center Manufacturing

Description:
Tesla Energy is seeking an experienced Quality Leader to oversee quality operations and drive excellence in manufacturing high-quality industrial products. In this dynamic role, you'll lead a world-class quality operations team, collaborating with operations, engineering, supply chain, production, commissioning, and service groups to develop robust products and processes from the ground up. Your focus will be on building things right the first time, fostering continuous improvement, and meeting customer expectations while supporting profitability goals. The ideal candidate is a proven problem-solver and leader with a strong quality- and customer-focused mindset, coupled with the drive for relentless improvement in a fast-paced, 24/7 environment.

Responsibilities:
Build and lead a high-performing Quality Operations team (including Quality Supervisors, Team Leads, and Technicians) to deliver consistent, high-quality results with a focus on leadership and cross-factory collaboration to share best practices and drive continuous improvement

Ensure adequate staffing of competent, trained personnel to meet all quality and production targets in 24/7 Megafactory operations

Define and achieve clear quality metrics and objectives for the site and broader Energy business

Champion professional problem-solving methodologies (e.g., containment, root cause analysis, and corrective actions) for factory and field issues, responding with urgency to protect Tesla customers and business interests

Maintain and update Process Failure Mode and Effects Analyses (PFMEAs) to identify manufacturing risks and integrate resolutions into process controls

Develop and sustain Control Plans, including audit protocols, to ensure critical features are monitored and controlled throughout assembly and production

Oversee a 24/7 quality assurance team of technicians and supervisors, implementing standardized work processes, training programs, and immediate issue resolution to ensure all products meet specifications and prevent quality escapes

Requirements:
Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Materials, or Industrial Engineering, Six Sigma certification, ASQ-CQE, or equivalent working experience

5+ years of quality leadership experience in manufacturing and/or designing new products for high-volume operations

Proven track record of building and leading strong teams in a 24/7 manufacturing setting

Expertise in quality engineering, with ASQ certifications preferred (e.g., Certified Quality Engineer, Six Sigma Green/Black Belt, Certified Quality Auditor, or Certified Manager of Quality)

Exceptional problem-solving skills, with demonstrated success using methodologies like 8D, Lean Six Sigma, and Shainin; relevant certifications are a plus

Specific training and proven application of Automotive Core Tools and related methods (e.g., 8D, FMEA, Control Plans, SPC, Capability Studies, MSA, APQP, PPAP, DOE, Hypothesis Testing) including data analysis expertise

Outstanding oral and written communication skills, with the ability to build trusted relationships across teams and organizational levels

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