Associate Quality Manager, Incoming & Metrology, Megafactory

Tesla•Brookshire, TX

About The Position

As an Associate Quality Manager Incoming & Metrology, you will be responsible for ensuring that all incoming materials and components meet Tesla's quality and technical requirements. You will lead a team of engineers, supervisors, technicians, and inspectors to verify that all parts and components are manufactured to specifications, and that the inspection and testing processes are efficient and effective.

Requirements

Degree in Engineering, or equivalent experience
5+ years of experience in quality control, inspection, and testing, preferably in a manufacturing environment, with a focus on incoming quality and dimensional inspection
Strong knowledge of GD&T, metrology, and quality management principles, including ISO 9001 and 17025
Experience with measurement tools, including CMMs, 3D scanning systems, and measurement software from providers like Hexagon, Zeiss, Mahr, GOM, Faro and Leica
Familiarity with software packages used for metrology, including Polyworks, GOM Inspect, CM4D as well as CAD systems
Strong leadership and management skills, with the ability to motivate and direct a team of engineers, supervisors, technicians and inspectors
In-depth knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) and sampling inspection, and familiarity with standard quality tools like APQP, PPAP, FMEA, MSA, SPC, Capability Studies and Six Sigma methodologies
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with competing demands and tight deadlines and to maintain accurate records and documentation

Nice To Haves

Certification in quality management or metrology, such as CQE or CMQ/OE is preferred

Responsibilities

Lead a team of engineers, supervisors, technicians, and inspectors to ensure that all incoming materials and components meet Tesla's quality and technical requirements, and to verify that all parts and components are manufactured to specifications
Develop and implement quality control plans for incoming materials and components, including sampling plans, inspection procedures, and testing protocols, using knowledge of quality management systems including ISO 9001 and 17025
Manage the metrology lab, operating according to best practices and international standards, and provide technical training and guidance on Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) principles to team members
Improve lab operations and processes, including planning staffing, equipment needs, and continuous improvement and training, and design and implement automated and manual data collection processes to support measurement and inspection activities
Provide dimensional expertise to support improvement projects (cycle time, efficiency, safety, etc.), and analyze and break down dimensional data to identify the source of problems (Sub-assembly, Tooling, Supplier part, etc.)
Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions to address quality issues and prevent future occurrences, using techniques such as GD&T, tolerance analysis and statistical process control
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including design, supplier, manufacturing, and quality engineers, to resolve quality issues and improve overall product quality, using software such as CAD design software (e.g. CATIA, AutoCAD, SolidWorks), 3D modeling software (e.g. Polyworks, Geomagic), and statistical analysis software
Ensure that all measurement equipment is calibrated and maintained in accordance with industry standards and regulatory requirements, and that all measurement data is accurate and reliable
Develop and implement strategies to improve incoming quality, including inspection and testing procedures, and collaborate with suppliers to address quality issues and improve overall quality performance
Provide leadership and guidance to metrology technicians and quality engineers, including training and development opportunities, and ensure that all personnel are competent in the use of measurement tools and software

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