Refinery Operations Leader, Battery Minerals & Metals

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<strong>What To Expect<br></strong>Tesla is building the world’s most advanced and sustainable battery materials supply chain. As Refining Operations Leader, you will own end-to-end operations for our state-of-the-art refinery.<br><br><strong>What You'll Do<br><br></strong><li>Oversee all shifts and functions of the refining facility, including kiln operations, leaching, purification, crystallization, drying, and product finishing, while meeting aggressive production forecasts and quality specifications</li><li>Greenfield refinery experience is preferred</li><li>Execute the ramp from initial production to full nameplate capacit) while continuously improving yield, uptime, and cost per ton</li><li>Champion world-class safety performance (zero incidents goal) and environmental stewardship. Ensure full compliance with all regulatory, permitting, and Tesla standards in a high-temperature, chemical-process environment</li><li>Work closely with Process Engineering, R&D, and Equipment teams to optimize Tesla’s innovative alkaline leach and purification processes, eliminate bottlenecks, and reduce energy and reagent consumption</li><li>Build, coach, and develop a high-performing team of operators, shift supervisors, engineers, and technicians. Foster a culture of ownership, rapid problem-solving, and continuous improvement (Tesla Production System)</li><li>Partner with Mining, Logistics, Quality, Manufacturing, Cell Production, and external suppliers to ensure seamless raw material intake and on-spec product delivery to downstream battery factories</li><li>Own key performance indicators including OEE, throughput, yield, cost, safety, and sustainability metrics. Provide clear leadership updates to senior management</li><li>Lead initiatives to minimize waste, repurpose byproducts (e.g., converting residues into construction materials), and further reduce the carbon intensity of refining<br><br><br></li><strong>What You'll Bring<br><br></strong><li>8+ years of progressive leadership in chemical refining, mineral processing, petrochemicals, metals production, or similar high-volume continuous operations. Direct experience with highly hazardous chemicals, i.e. pyrophorics is a plus</li><li>Track record of leading large teams (100+ people) through complex ramps, turnarounds, or greenfield startups in 24/7 industrial environments</li><li>Degree in Chemical Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent experience</li><li>Mission-driven, hands-on, data-obsessed, and comfortable with high ambiguity and rapid pace. Willing to roll up sleeves on the plant floor while thinking strategically about multi-year scale-up</li><li>Willingness to work extended hours during ramp phases and travel as needed. Relocation support available for the right candidate<br><br><br></li><strong>Benefits<br></strong><strong>Compensation and Benefits<br></strong>Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:<br><li> Medical plans > plan options with $0 payroll deduction</li><li> Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits</li><li> Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contribution</li><li> Company Paid (Health Savings Accounts) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High-Deductible medical plan with HSA</li><li> Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)</li><li> 401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefits</li><li> Company paid Basic Life, AD&D</li><li> Short-term and long-term disability insurance (90 day waiting period)</li><li> Employee Assistance Program</li><li> Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions, Accrued hours for Hourly positions), and Paid Holidays</li><li> Back-up childcare and parenting support resources</li><li> Voluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insurance</li><li> Weight Loss and Tobacco Cessation Programs</li><li> Tesla Babies program</li><li> Commuter benefits</li><li> Employee discounts and perks program<br><br><br></li>, Tesla

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