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Equipment Operator Supervisor, Optimus

Tesla Motors, Inc.
92,000 - 138,000 USD
paid holidays, flex time, 401(k)
United States, California, Palo Alto
Jan 16, 2026
What to Expect We areseekingan experienced and proactive Equipment Operator Supervisor to lead our data collection hardware team. The ideal candidate will oversee a team of Equipment Operators, ensuring high-quality manufacturing, troubleshooting, and maintenance of data collection equipment. This role is essential formaintainingoperational efficiency, enforcing best practices, and driving continuous improvement in our hardware production processes. Shifts: Monday-Friday(supervisory coverage across both shifts) What You'll Do Lead, mentor, and supervise a team of Equipment Operators, including training, performance evaluations, and scheduling Oversee assembly of prototype and production-level data collection hardware tomaintainquality and output targets Ensure proper assembly, testing, and inspection of custom wire harnesses with attention to detail Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement and test new hardware configurations Develop and enforce best practices for manufacturing, deployment, and quality control Manage troubleshooting and resolution of hardware issues to ensure reliable equipment deployment Utilize tracking tools tomonitorissues, performance metrics, and generate production reports What You'll Bring 3+ years of supervisory experience in manufacturing, production, or assembly (preferably electronics/hardware) Hands-on experience in hardware assembly, troubleshooting, and manufacturing processes Strong leadership skills to motivate, train, and develop team members Excellent problem-solving abilities under pressure to meet deadlines and standards Outstanding communication and collaboration skills in cross-functional teams Proficiencyin tracking/reporting tools and implementing process improvements Detail-oriented, proactive approach with technical aptitude and mechanical inclination Compensation and 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 Expected Compensation $92,000 - $138,000/annual salary + cash and stock awards + benefits Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.