Andrew Peters
Menlo Park,CA
Summary
Dynamic production leader with a proven track record at Tesla and Carbon, excelling in operational scalability and team leadership. Spearheaded high-volume manufacturing initiatives, enhancing efficiency and quality. Known for strategic planning and continuous improvement, I drive impactful results through cross-functional collaboration and a commitment to excellence in production management.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Production
Carbon
Redwood City, California
11.2016 - Current
- Hand-selected to lead Production Operations for Carbon after joining from Tesla, with an immediate mandate to scale Carbon’s largest commercial project — the Adidas 3D-printed midsole initiative.
- Spearheaded cross-functional collaboration across R&D, Hardware Engineering, Materials Science, and Product to design and implement scalable improvements to Carbon’s printer, resin, and production process, several of which were later adopted into final product lines.
- Scaled production operations from a 400 sq. ft. Lab producing hundreds of midsoles to an 8,000 sq. ft. Facility delivering over 30,000 units, establishing a repeatable model for high-volume digital manufacturing.
- Built out and launched a second large-scale production site at ADF (Santa Clara), doubling output capacity while maintaining quality and throughput KPIs.
- Led end-to-end manufacturing efforts for new strategic partners, Riddell and CCM, leveraging established playbooks to rapidly scale helmet production for NFL and professional hockey organizations.
- Managed dual-site manufacturing operations while maintaining robust 5S and Lean Manufacturing practices, including capacity planning, process standardization, and production protocol development.
- Introduced and implemented global sub-inventory systems to strategically place parts and hardware near customer locations, reducing lead times, and minimizing customer downtime.
- Known for a hands-on leadership style and a "whatever it takes" approach, he consistently drove successful outcomes under high pressure and tight timelines.
- Championed operational excellence through continuous improvement, supplier coordination, and cross-site alignment to support evolving customer and business needs.
Associate Manager, End of Line
Tesla
Fremont, California
03.2012 - 10.2016
- I joined Tesla’s Delivery Experience team at a critical growth stage, helping to define the early customer experience model for the Model S — including designing and building custom delivery trailers for Tesla’s first home delivery program.
- Delivered exceptional first impressions by ensuring every customer interaction with their new vehicle was memorable, seamless, and premium, setting a high bar for the Tesla brand experience.
- Identified a major bottleneck in the delivery pipeline and partnered cross-functionally with Production and Manufacturing to create the 'Hot Car' program, which prioritized vehicles with imminent deliveries. This initiative improved on-time delivery, and was later adopted company-wide.
- Scaled the 'Hot Car' program into Model X production, leading transition efforts from prototype to full-scale production, and hand-picked a team of expert technicians to maintain quality and delivery standards.
- Promoted to lead Production End-of-Line operations, ensuring smooth vehicle flow through repair stations, with a focus on throughput, quality, and real-time prioritization of outgoing vehicles.
- Created a segmented triage and repair prioritization model that identified vehicle repair levels and streamlined workflows, significantly increasing vehicle throughput and same-day delivery readiness.
- Partnered with Logistics and Engineering to solve tracking inefficiencies by developing a windshield-mounted QR code system, enabling rapid vehicle identification by region (US, EU, APAC), and allowing teams to scan and route cars efficiently post-gate.
- Built and led high-performance teams by recognizing individual potential, fostering growth, and creating a strong culture of ownership, and pride in delivery excellence.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Communication and Psychology
Foothill College
Los Altos, CASkills
- Production Management and LEAN Methodologies
- Process Optimization and Workflow Design
- Cross-functional and stakeholder collaboration
- Team Leadership and Talent Development
- Continuous Improvement Strategies
- Strategic Planning and Execution
- Supply Chain and Inventory Management
- Operational Scalability and Systems Implementation
Timeline
Director of Production
Carbon
11.2016 - Current
Associate Manager, End of Line
Tesla
03.2012 - 10.2016
Some College (No Degree) - Communication and Psychology
Foothill College
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