Associate Production Manager, Semi, General Assembly

Associate Production Manager, Semi, General Assembly

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Location:

Sparks, NV

The Semi General Assembly Associate Operations Manager will lead a high‑volume manufacturing team at our new Semi Manufacturing Factory in Sparks, NV. The role oversees multiple automated assembly areas and shifts ensuring safe and quality production of the Tesla Semi structure and associated components. A successful candidate will be capable of developing their team of Supervisors, driving results through strategic cross‑functional collaboration and communication, while supporting Tesla’s mission to accelerate the world’s transition to sustainable energy.

Key responsibilities include:

• Drive manufacturing teams to achieve established targets for daily cycle rate and on‑time delivery, and develop continuous improvement actions.
• Define shop objectives to meet business plans, capacity and headcount targets, and key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Ensure team safety training, document EHS incidents, proactively identify workplace hazards, and empower teams for continuous operational improvements.
• Conduct analysis and prepare reports on projects and process improvements, and implement countermeasures for timely completion of project goals.
• Manage Supervisors, Leads and Production Associates while developing team structures and building a strong, motivated team capable of consistently delivering high‑quality products against aggressive production targets.
• Support issue resolution including root cause investigation within an environment of continuous learning.
• Ensure consistency in standards and documentation, monitoring compliance and supporting continuous improvement activities in safety, quality, cost, efficiency, and productivity objectives.

• 5+ years experience managing teams in a high‑volume assembly and manufacturing setting, or equivalent experience.
• Degree in Business or a technical discipline, or equivalent manufacturing experience.
• Experience with process improvement methodologies to optimize efficiency and throughput in automated assembly/joining stations with in‑depth understanding of mechanical and standardized processes.
• Ability to work well under pressure, manage competing demands, and meet tight deadlines.
• Strong communication skills in English, both written and verbal.
• Strong organization skills with meticulous attention to detail.
• Fluent with common MS Office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

• Medical plans with $0 payroll deduction.
• Family‑building, fertility, adoption, and surrogacy benefits.
• Dental and vision plans, both with $0 paycheck contribution.
• Company‑Paid Health Savings Accounts (HSA) contribution with HSA enrollment.
• 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 including 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.

• Mid‑Senior level

• Full‑time

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