Maintenance Manager, Solar Manufacturing

What to Expect

Tesla is seeking a Maintenance Manager to own maintenance strategy, equipment availability, and multi-crew leadership across solar manufacturing operations. You will help deploy 100GW of solar manufacturing from raw materials on American soil before the end of 2028. This role leads Associate Managers and supervisors covering 24/7 operations - setting standards for breakdown management, PM/TPM programs, spare parts strategy, safety, and team capability while partnering with Sustaining Engineering and operations leadership. Tesla is a demanding and fast-paced environment where you will work with a highly motivated team on extremely challenging projects.

What You'll Do

• During launch of this greenfield facility, lead multi-area readiness for functional testing, equipment and product testing, LOTO reviews and safety sign-offs, and work instruction development
• Direct leadership of Associate Managers and maintenance crews covering 24/7 operating capability; set clear expectations and hold leaders accountable for uptime, repair quality, and production support
• Own equipment operation availability and % OEE improvement; develop systems to track shop conditions and identify key areas of improvement across assigned areas
• Drive breakdown management standards distinguishing short-term recovery from long-term corrective actions, with systems to prevent repeat occurrences
• Develop and maintain maintenance procedures, PM/TPM programs, and schedules for existing and future equipment; ensure a safe work culture and continuous safety improvement
• Own spare parts and specialized tooling strategy with inventory management; ensure critical coverage, ordering discipline, and accurate tracking systems; assist with budget development, reporting, and contract service coordination
• Build relationships with Sustaining Engineering and cross-functional leaders on quality, production efficiency, ergonomics, and equipment issues; train, develop, and manage the maintenance organization and report equipment status as needed

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in a technical field preferred; 9+ years of experience in manufacturing maintenance, including 4+ years leading multi-crew or multi-shift teams
• Proven experience in all facets of manufacturing maintenance supporting sustainable production and new model and/or equipment introduction
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and department leaders on part quality, production efficiency, work cell ergonomics, and equipment maintenance
• Exceptional interpersonal, organizational, and management skills with the ability to be an innovator and change agent
• Experience managing maintenance organizations through a CMMS (Flux, SAP PM, Maximo, or equivalent) and owning maintenance budgets, contractor coordination, and KPI reporting (OEE, MTBF, MTTR, PM Compliance)
• Strong technical knowledge of automated manufacturing equipment and processes; high-volume semiconductor, solar, battery, or automotive background preferred
• Capability and willingness to travel domestically and internationally; travel will vary based on launch timing

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

Tesla is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

Tesla is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Please let your recruiter know if you need an accommodation at any point during the interview process.