Tesla Motors, Inc.
What to Expect
As a Facilities Spares Technician at Tesla, you'll be essential in managing spare parts inventory to support the maintenance and upkeep of our manufacturing plants and facilities, ensuring uninterrupted operations and minimal downtime for equipment and systems. Your primary responsibilities will include inventory tracking, procurement, receiving, quality control, and logistical support in a dynamic production setting. This position is part of our Facilities Operations and Maintenance team, collaborating closely with technicians, engineering, planners, operators, and supply chain specialists to sustain efficient plant functionality. By optimizing spares management and reducing operational disruptions, you'll directly contribute to Tesla's mission of accelerating the world's transition to sustainable energy-enabling high-efficiency production of energy products while minimizing waste and environmental impact.
What You'll Do
Manage and organize spare parts inventory for plant equipment, including receiving, cataloging, tracking, and conducting audits to identify shortages, surpluses, or obsolete items for quick accessibility by maintenance teams
Handle procurement and sourcing by ordering parts from suppliers, verifying quality upon receipt, finding cost-effective solutions, and ensuring compliance with budgets and plant policies
Provide direct support to Facilities teams by supplying parts for repairs, installations, preventive maintenance, and equipment upgrades, while forecasting needs based on usage patterns and failure rates
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineers, maintenance technicians, and supply chain specialists, to troubleshoot issues, optimize stock levels, and prevent delays in plant operations
Maintain accurate documentation and reporting in Flux, including logs of parts usage, warranties, service histories, and generating reports on inventory trends, turnover, and cost analyses to inform operational decisions
Ensure quality control by inspecting incoming spares for defects, implementing storage best practices (proper shelving, labeling, and environmental controls), and adhering to safety regulations for handling materials in a plant environment
Drive continuous improvements by identifying opportunities to optimize processes, reduce waste through lean techniques, recycle obsolete parts, and adopt new technologies for enhanced plant sustainability
What You'll Bring
Proven experience in inventory management, parts control, or a similar technical role in a facilities or industrial setting, with strong organizational, multitasking, and problem-solving skills
Technical aptitude, including basic mechanical or electrical knowledge of plant equipment and systems, proficiency in inventory software, and Microsoft Office tools (especially Excel)
Excellent communication and collaboration skills for coordinating with teams, suppliers, and cross-functional groups in a fast-paced plant environment
Forklift operation experience, or familiarity with manufacturing plant systems
Essential Physical Demands: Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds, stand for extended periods, perform repetitive tasks, and operate equipment like forklifts in a plant or warehouse setting; must handle varying temperatures, industrial noise, and adhere to safety protocols
Compensation and 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
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