Parts Quality Inspector

About the Role

This position is an integral part of the Supply Chain Operations organization and will be responsible for managing incoming parts inspections, sorting, rework, material disposition, and oversight of all third-party companies performing work on behalf of Tesla. The successful candidate will ensure all products and processes meet customer and company requirements. They will be responsible for quality processes that ensure sort, rework, rejected material disposition, and material returns are executed efficiently. Additionally, they will report on open rework/sort activity and work closely with Quality and Supplier Industrialization Engineers to bring timely closure to all off-line processes.

Shift

6:00am-4:30pm, Monday-Friday

Responsibilities

• Work closely with Production, Quality, Supplier Industrialization, Design, and Suppliers to ensure conforming material is delivered to the line and non-conforming material is properly dispositioned.
• Monitor key performance metrics to drive reduction in open sorts/reworks and MRB inventory.
• Maintain an audit program to ensure standardized work and processes are followed.
• Support the ongoing optimization of processes with respect to cost, efficiency, and timeliness.
• Drive timely analysis and disposition of components and products.
• Lead issue resolution in conjunction with Quality Engineering groups for all shops in the Tesla Factory, including root cause investigation and corrective action tracking.

Qualifications

• Experience working in a complex, dynamic, and fast-paced environment.
• Experience utilizing basic gauges, tools, and equipment.
• Detail-oriented with strong record-keeping and organizational skills.
• Proficient knowledge in applying business system applications to manage, synthesize, and interpret data.
• Ability to operate relevant personal computing hardware and standard software.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing practices, 5S, TPS, etc., is desired.
• 5+ years’ experience in a technology manufacturing environment.