Associate Maintenance Manager, Electrode – Cell Manufacturing (m/f/d) - Gigafactory Berlin-Brandenburg

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!

Tesla is looking for a highly motivated Associate Manager, Maintenance Electrode who will carry operational accountability for equipment reliability and availability across assigned process areas and/or shifts in the Electrode shop. The role reports to the Manager, Engineering and Maintenance Electrode and delivers goals within a defined framework and timeline. The candidate needs to have demonstrable skills in the following areas:

- Equipment Operation Availability / % OEE improvement
- System development to track current shop conditions
- Identification of key areas of improvement
- Breakdown management
- Understanding of short term vs long term actions
- Systems used to prevent repeat occurrences
- PM / TPM development and implementation
- Reference to past improvement initiatives / % improvements
- Equipment spare parts management
- Critical vs non critical parts determination
- Audit methods to ensure no risk condition
- Training & development
- Assessment of current skills sets
- Training action plans

- Own equipment reliability for assigned Electrode areas (Dry Powder Mixing, Coating, Calendering, Slitting) - accountable for OEE, MTBF, and MTTR targets and the decisions needed to protect output and quality
- Lead, develop, and hold accountable a team of Maintenance Supervisors and technicians across 24/7 operations, including personnel planning, hiring support, and performance management
- Develop and maintain PM/TPM programs, work instructions, and equipment documentation so the team executes consistently
- Build technical depth in Electrode equipment and failure modes to support root-cause analysis and informed decisions
- Drive breakdown response and escalations with urgency - contain issues fast, eliminate root causes, and prevent recurrence
- Own the spare parts strategy to avoid stoppages from shortages and support related budget reviews
- Set the standard for safety and zero defects; ensure risk assessments and compliance in controlled environments
- Partner with Operations, Engineering, and Quality; share status regularly and drive alignment
- Ensure maintenance readiness for new equipment and ramp, and build systems that perform consistently without depending on any single person

- Bachelor’s or Master’s in Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, or related field — or Meister/Techniker with extensive experience (or equivalent with exceptional performance)
- 5+ years in high-volume manufacturing maintenance with direct leadership of technical teams (experience managing Supervisors preferred)
- Proven track record improving OEE contribution, MTBF, and MTTR, and reducing equipment-related downtime or scrap
- Experience with automated high-precision equipment (roll-to-roll, calendering, powder processing, or similar preferred); battery or adjacent high-volume industries are a plus
- Strong structured problem-solving (8D or equivalent) and ability to implement PM systems, spare parts strategies, and standard work
- Track record of coaching and developing maintenance teams across continuous shifts
- Fluent in English; German is a plus
- Willingness for shift coverage in a 24/7 shift model, on-call support, and work in controlled or dry-room environments
Not only do we offer you an attractive compensation package, but also access to a wide range of perks and benefits. For example:

- Our own medical center, a gym and an in-house barbershop
- E-bike charging stations in front of the factory, more than 500 free charging stations for electric cars, a bike leasing program, free use of the nextbike bike-sharing fleet, as well as numerous free shuttle bus routes to Grünheide and the surrounding areas
- You’ll receive subsidized canteen meals, a free S-membership at the Urban Sports Club (discount from M+) and you can sign up for many language courses
- We also offer all employees a wide range of insurance options, such as a company pension plan, as well as discounts on private insurance and legal protection insurance
These and many other benefits await you. Join Tesla and help us build a world of amazing abundance.

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.