Manager, Packaging Engineering

What To Expect

We are seeking a motivated and energetic Manager to lead the Packaging Team in Sparks, NV. This individual will be playing a critical role in managing the team of Packaging Engineers and Program Managers, tasked with ensuring production/packaging interaction pushes for optimization, quickly resolves problems, and continues to develop process efficiencies. Responsibilities include leading and supporting cross‑functional dialogue surrounding packaging projects and priorities, identifying cost‑savings initiatives, and communicating packaging metrics to local leadership teams, and ensuring general packaging team success.

• Continuously develop a strong, motivated team of Packaging Engineers and Program Managers
• Manage and mentor the Packaging team and assist in prioritization and strategy for packaging projects
• Facilitate communication between Packaging team and cross‑functional teams to present project scope, statuses, cost‑savings results, and key team initiatives
• Partner with Production Control, Production, Process, Safety, and Manufacturing teams to continuously improve packaging‑related inefficiencies for product lines
• Monitor KPIs and work with Packaging Engineers to develop world‑class packaging standards and continue to improve upon them
• Drive expendable to returnable packaging projects, participate in sustainability initiatives
• Manage project budgets, risk, and change management

• 8+ years’ experience in Packaging Engineering in a manufacturing setting
• Previous experience managing engineers
• Working knowledge of CAD, technical drawings, GD&T, and related skills
• Familiarity with manufacturing processes including machining, welding, injection molding, etc.
• Strong knowledge in a large variety of materials (aluminum, steel, composites, foam, etc.)
• Experience with designing to standards such as ASTM, Mil‑Spec, etc.
• Capable of managing multiple priorities at once without sacrificing quality of results

Along with competitive pay, as a full‑time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:

• Medical plans with plan options and $0 payroll deduction
• Family‑building, fertility, adoption, and surrogacy benefits
• Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both with $0 paycheck contribution
• Company‑paid Health Savings Account (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