Kristopher Embry

About Kristopher Embry

Operational reliability is not just about fixing equipment, it is about protecting the business strategy.I am an Operations Leader and Army Veteran who bridges the gap between tactical execution and long-term organizational strategy. Currently driving reliability at Tesla’s Gigafactory Nevada, I specialize in transforming high-pressure manufacturing environments into data-driven systems that stabilize production and protect profitability.My Value Proposition:• Systemic Improvement: I move organizations from \"reactive firefighting\" to \"proactive reliability.\" I have driven a 30% reduction in unplanned downtime by aligning maintenance strategies with business goals.• Data-Driven Leadership: I leverage performance metrics (MTTR, MTBF, OEE) to diagnose systemic risks rather than just track daily failures.• Workforce Development: I build cultures of high accountability and ownership, developing technicians into future leaders.Trajectory:I am actively expanding my strategic scope through an MBA (Operations & Supply Chain Management) followed immediately by a Doctorate of Business Administration (DBA) in Strategic Management. I am building the skillset to lead at the plant and enterprise level, delivering results that matter to the bottom line.Core Competencies:Reliability Strategy | Lean Six Sigma | Cross-Functional Leadership | Crisis Management | Asset Lifecycle Management

Experience

1. Production Engineering Supervisor, Maintenance

   Tesla

   Mar 2024 — Present · Reno, NV, US

   As a Production Engineering Supervisor, Maintenance at Tesla’s Reno Gigafactory, I lead a team of maintenance professionals to ensure equipment reliability, operational efficiency, and production continuity. My role merges leadership, technical expertise, and process optimization to support Tesla’s mission of accelerating the world’s transition to sustainable energy.Key Responsibilities: • Team Leadership: Develop and manage a skilled maintenance team, driving accountability, growth, and alignment with production goals.Direct daily operations for a high-volume engineering and support team within one of the world’s largest advanced manufacturing facilities.Align production goals with safety, quality, and output targets through strategic partnerships with cross-functional plant managers • Equipment Reliability: Oversee preventative and corrective maintenance to minimize downtime and optimize equipment lifespan. • Efficiency Improvements: Collaborate cross-functionally to streamline operations, resolve bottlenecks, and enhance overall performance. • Data-Driven Solutions: Monitor KPIs to identify trends, resolve issues, and improve system reliability using analytics-based strategies. • Safety Compliance: Ensure adherence to Tesla’s safety protocols and OSHA standards, fostering a risk-free work environment.Key Achievements: • Reduced unplanned downtime through proactive maintenance strategies. • Improved equipment uptime and energy efficiency, increasing production output.

Education

• Southern New Hampshire University

  Bachelor of Science Business Administration , Business Administration and Management, General

• Southern New Hampshire University

  Master of Business Administration - MBA, Operations and Supply Chain Management