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Inventory Control Associate

Tesla
Buffalo, NY Full Time
POSTED ON 3/13/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/9/2025

Tesla is accelerating the world's transition to sustainable energy. We design, manufacture, sell and service the world's best solar technology, energy storage systems, and electric vehicles, providing customers the opportunity to generate, store and consume energy entirely sustainably.

Tesla is seeking to hire an Inventory Control Associate for our production facility, in Buffalo, NY. The Inventory Control associate will be primarily focused on the integrity of processes within Gigafactory 2 for raw materials through the cycle count program. This position will touch all locations and zones containing OH raw materials so having a strong sense of the process for each department is vital. This position will also do daily audits and report on accuracy failures to appropriate parties for correction and accountability.

A thriving associate in this role will need strong collaboration skills and a hunger for knowledge. This role will be fast-paced and will require attention in all GF2. The successful candidate for this position takes pride in their hands-on and analytical abilities, organization skills, and attention to detail. They appreciate an environment where superior work is encouraged, noticed, and rewarded.

Shift : 8 : 00am - 4 : 30pm; Monday- Friday

Responsibilities

  • Work efficiently and effectively to hit 99% completeness for all designated count zones for each month using the MOS Cycle Count Tool with minimal errors
  • Meet all daily Inventory cycle count and audit requirements with adequate / proper root cause analysis with minimal errors while using only the HMI audit tool or lineside audit tool
  • Partner with 2nd counter to share work equally, retrieve PIT and any needed hardware to perform cycle counts timely and effectively
  • Educate MF / Production associates as needed when inventory issues arise and use the adjust tool to fix as needed with exceptional written and verbal communication
  • Actively participate in all meetings and provide feedback and improvement ideas to make IC process improvements
  • Become trained on any PIT that is deemed necessary for IC completeness and will need to move between buildings on occasion on a weekly basis. Reach out to proper support teams for system issue resolutions without attempting to fix these themselves whenever needed through Wrike
  • While being a SME in all things IC, work professionally and courteously in all aspects of the role while practicing a win-win mentality. This includes operating all necessary dashboards / Excel tools / HMIs and MOS transactions

Requirements

  • Related experience in inventory analysis, production control, materials management, or materials planning
  • Bachelor's Degree in Business or Technical discipline and / or evidence of exceptional experience preferred but not needed
  • Analytical capabilities including data analysis to optimize inventory levels; advanced MS Excel skills required. Experience with standard ERP software and MES / MOS is a plus. Highly detailed and service-oriented, and strong process-driven nature strongly desired
  • Lean Six Sigma / 5S Process Mastery strongly desired. Ability to work with and develop production performance metrics (efficiency, quality, safety, throughput, costs)
  • Able to work well under pressure while managing competing demands and tight deadlines. Ability to work with a team and in a fast-paced environment with minimal manager oversight
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills. Ability to work flexible shifts, including night shifts. Ability to lift up to 35 lbs
  • Must have command of the English language, both written and verbal
  • Compensation and Benefits

    Benefits

    Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire :

  • Aetna PPO and HSA plans >
  • 2 medical plan options with $0 payroll deduction

  • Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits
  • Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contribution
  • Company Paid (Health Savings Account) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Aetna medical plan with HSA
  • Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
  • 401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefits
  • Company paid Basic Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions), and Paid Holidays
  • Back-up childcare and parenting support resources
  • Voluntary benefits to include : 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
  • Expected Compensation

  • Material Handler - $22.44 / hour
  • Material Handler - $25.50 / hour
  • cash and stock awards benefits
  • Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.

    Salary : $22 - $26

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