Tesla

Makes electric cars, robotaxis and grid batteries

Team Lead Quality - Battery

Quality EngineeringConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeGrünheide (Mark), GermanyNo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

A technical degree, such as engineering or mechatronics, or equivalent vocational training, such as certified technician, automotive painter, or plastics specialist.
At least 3 years of quality assurance experience in manufacturing; automotive experience is preferred, with expertise in one or more of assembly, injection molding, paint, body-in-white, or electronics.
Proficiency in statistical process control, Failure Mode and Effects Analysis, 5 Why, and 8D quality tools.
Ability to interpret technical drawings and use measurement tools such as calipers and coordinate measuring machines.
Familiarity with ISO 9001 and IATF 16949 standards.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
Proven ability to lead teams, delegate tasks, and drive results in fast-paced environments.
Strong analytical skills to identify root causes and implement sustainable solutions.
Fluent written and spoken German.
Willingness to work shifts and adapt to evolving production demands.
Uphold and actively promote sustainability principles in daily work, operate in line with Tesla's Global Environmental, Health, Safety & Security Policy and EMAS requirements, and foster continuous environmental improvement.

Responsibilities

Monitor inline and offline product and process quality, ensuring adherence to specifications and standards.
Investigate defects, identify systemic issues, and implement corrective and preventive actions.
Collaborate with Quality Engineering to optimize production processes, reduce waste, and enhance product reliability.
Develop and maintain quality documentation, including control plans, Failure Mode and Effects Analyses, and standard operating procedures.
Lead, mentor, and train a team of 10–25 quality inspectors, delegate tasks, and foster accountability.
Partner with production, engineering, and logistics teams to resolve quality issues and support new product launches.
Generate quality reports, analyze trends, and present findings to stakeholders.
Ensure adherence to ISO standards, safety protocols, and Tesla quality management systems.

Desired Qualifications

Automotive manufacturing experience is preferred.
English proficiency is preferred.

Category	Manufacturing
Location	Grünheide (Mark), Brandenburg
Requisition ID	275421
Type	Full-time

Job Description

Tesla was founded in 2003 with the goal of accelerating the transition to sustainable energy and protecting the planet Earth. Through solar energy, batteries, and electric vehicles, we are building a world of amazing abundance. At Gigafactory Berlin-Brandenburg, we manufacture the Model Y, and starting in 2027, we’ll produce everything from battery cells to electric vehicles. This is unique in Europe. Our international team consists of over 12,000 employees from 130 countries. We hire talent at all skill levels - prior experience in the automotive industry is not required. Would you like to help write the next chapter in Tesla’s success story and work at one of Germany’s most modern workplaces? Then this is the right place for you! As a Team Lead Quality, you will ensure product and process compliance with Tesla’s stringent quality standards across diverse production areas (e.g., General Assembly, Body & White, Paint, Plastics, Injection Molding, Drive Unit Inverter, Battery). You will lead a team of quality inspectors, drive root cause analysis, and act as a bridge between production and engineering teams to uphold excellence.

Job Responsibilities

Quality Oversight: Monitor inline and offline product/process quality, ensuring adherence to specifications and standards.
Root Cause Analysis: Investigate defects, identify systemic issues, and implement corrective/preventive actions (CAPA).
Process Improvement: Collaborate with Quality Engineering to optimize production processes, reduce waste, and enhance product reliability.
Documentation: Develop and maintain quality documentation (e.g., control plans, FMEAs, standard operating procedures).
Team Leadership: Lead, mentor, and train a team of 10–25 quality inspectors, delegating tasks and fostering a culture of accountability.
Cross-functional Collaboration: Partner with production, engineering, and logistics to resolve quality issues and support new product launches.
Reporting: Generate detailed quality reports, analyze trends, and present findings to stakeholders.
Compliance: Ensure adherence to ISO standards, safety protocols, and Tesla’s quality management systems.

Job Requirements

Education: Technical degree (e.g., engineering, mechatronics) or equivalent vocational training (e.g., certified technician, automotive painter, plastics specialist).
Experience: 3+ years in quality assurance within manufacturing (automotive preferred), with expertise in one or more areas: assembly, injection molding, paint, body-in-white, or electronics.
Proficiency in quality tools (SPC, FMEA, 5Why, 8D).
Ability to interpret technical drawings and use measurement tools (calipers, CMM).
Familiarity with ISO 9001/IATF 16949 standards
Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
Leadership: Proven ability to lead teams, delegate tasks, and drive results in fast-paced environments
Problem-Solving: Strong analytical skills to identify root causes and implement sustainable solutions
Language: Fluent in German (written and spoken); English proficiency preferred.
Flexibility: Willingness to work shifts and adapt to evolving production demands.
Candidates are expected to uphold and actively promote sustainability principles in their daily work, operating in line with Tesla Global Environmental, Health, Safety & Security (EHS&S) Policy and EMAS requirements, fostering a culture of continuous environmental improvement.

About the Company

Tesla

Makes electric cars, robotaxis and grid batteries

Tesla makes electric cars and batteries that store power for homes and utilities, and it develops self-driving software and humanoid robots. In 2023, its Model Y became the first electric vehicle to rank as the world's best-selling car. Buyers order the Model 3 sedan, Model Y SUV, or Cybertruck pickup directly from Tesla instead of through dealers, and they charge on its Supercharger fast-charging network. It also sells Megapack and Powerwall batteries, runs a robotaxi service, and charges drivers a monthly fee for self-driving software that still needs their supervision. Tesla was founded in 2003, with Elon Musk as its lead early investor and a recognized co-founder, and it is based in Austin, Texas.

Company size: 10,001+
Company stage: IPO
Headquarters: Austin, TX
Founded: 2003

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