Associate Manager Facilities I&C

What To Expect

The Facilities Instrumentation and Controls Associate Manager leads the I&C team in support of Facilities Maintenance at Gigafactory Nevada. With deep industry experience and technical expertise, the role provides strategic leadership to the I&C Technician Team for maintenance, installation, and reliability programs. The Associate Manager drives continuous evolution and optimization of Facilities Maintenance I&C programs, processes, and standards while collaborating closely with engineering, operations, and leadership teams.

• Plan, lead, and coordinate Instrumentation & Controls operations, directing technicians in Electrical, Mechanical, Chemical, and Wastewater Systems work execution.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional engineering teams to optimize policies, operations, and resource allocation.
• Mentor I&C team members through training, skill gap analysis, and development programs to elevate capabilities and performance.
• Serve as escalation point and incident commander during facility emergencies, managing cross‑shift operational priorities.
• Drive problem‑solving using data analysis, implement solutions, and ensure PM/SOP compliance while developing actionable work plans and performance tracking.
• Oversee task execution with data‑driven strategies to enhance safety, efficiency, and reliability across shift and departmental activities.
• Advance I&C program improvements and reliability initiatives in alignment with organizational objectives and facility‑wide goals.

• Associate’s degree or 6+ years of industrial experience (semiconductor, pharma, or battery manufacturing preferred) with leadership/supervisory background.
• Expertise in control systems, industrial communication protocols, and process measurement devices.
• Skilled in interpreting technical data, P&/PFD diagrams, and prioritizing workflows in complex operational settings.
• Familiarity with calibration documentation, PPE compliance, and emergency alarm response procedures.
• Physical ability to perform prolonged standing/walking, lift 10–20 lbs, and work in hazardous environments (chemical storage, waste plants, heavy equipment rooms).
• OSHA 30 certification obtainable within 3 months; flexibility for 24x7 shift work in manufacturing operations.
• Strict adherence to safety protocols, including PPE use in areas with hazardous chemical exposure risks.

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

• Medical plans – multiple options with $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 a high‑deductible medical plan with HSA.
• Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA).
• 401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefits.
• Company‑paid basic life and AD&D.
• Short‑term and long‑term disability insurance (90‑day waiting period).
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Sick and vacation time (flex time for salaried positions, accrued hours for hourly positions) and paid holidays.
• Backup childcare and parenting support resources.
• Voluntary benefits – 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.