Associate Manager, Maintenance & Process Engineering

What to Expect Tesla Energy is looking for an exceptional Process & Maintenance Leader for its Megapack Coatings operations. This role requires a strong technical contributor who can both execute and lead - balancing hands‑on engineering work with building a high performing team. The successful candidate will have experience in all facets of manufacturing maintenance. Will be responsible to overlook Maintenance and Engineering projects to meet design criteria, scope, budget and schedule. This person must be able to build systems from ground level and bring the Maintenance team to the next level. They must be capable of collaborating with cross‑functional teams and department leaders to address concerns and issues that affect part quality, production efficiency, work cell ergonomics, equipment maintenance, etc. The successful candidate will also have exceptional interpersonal, organizational, and management skills, demonstrating the ability to be an innovator and change agent. What You’ll Do Lead Kaizen events to improve Engineering OEE and identify/implement opportunities for lowest cost of ownership through engineering skills/tools Manage maintenance & Process team, and associated workload for Supervisors, Leads, Technicians, and Engineering support to optimize shop availability and performance according to established KPI Develop team technical competence, skills, and overall performance. Coordinate and provide technical & non‑technical training Plan, Prioritize & delegate workload, both daily and shutdown, based on department impact Lead team safety audits, maintenance procedure analysis and development, & delegate corrective actions Workforce management: day‑to‑day line support; in‑house repair work; vacation scheduling; OT & weekend work scheduling Interaction with Production and Engineering Groups, internal customers, and management and support 24/7 operations. What You’ll Bring 5+ years of extensive experience in a supervisory and leadership role overseeing a Maintenance Organization Bachelor’s Degree in Equipment Engineering or Manufacturing Engineering preferred, or equivalent experience Industrial Maintenance experience, with robotic and controls knowledge, in a high‑volume manufacturing environment, Experience in maintenance of process equipment's, automation systems such as pretreatment, E‑coat, wet and dry spray booth, air handling units, etc. with intensive process knowledge Experience with application equipment, automation systems & conveyor systems for any applications such as powder coating, painting, sealing, paint film lamination, material handling etc. Experience in developing and maintaining process/manufacturing data and plans using PDCA, Lean, TPM, and 5S initiatives High technical aptitude and diagnostic problem‑solving skills Must have command of the English language, both written and verbal Compensation and 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 #J-18808-Ljbffr Tesla Motors, Inc.