Tesla Motors, Inc.
Materials Planner, Production Control, Semi
Tesla Motors, Inc., Nevada, Iowa, United States, 50201
What to Expect
Tesla is seeking a motivated and knowledgeable Materials Planner to support the purchasing, warehousing, and routing of material to production lines. This is a cross-functional role that requires coordination between many different groups within and outside of Tesla. This person will interface with design engineering, manufacturing engineering, supply chain, production planning, and operations to drive materials for production.
What You'll Do
Build and leverage cross-functional relationships with engineering and suppliers to meet cost, quality, and delivery targets; represent material supply status in executive and daily reviews
Develop material management strategies for prototype builds, including replenishment from warehouse to line and coordination with program management on schedules (quantity, sequencing, validation, and availability)
Define and enforce processes for ad hoc material requests from engineering and non-production groups
Manage all aspects of material flow for owned portfolio, including alignment with engineering and sourcing on revision control, inspection validation, sign-off by design engineering, and subcontracting modifications if needed
Lead team transition of products into production, including hand-off of planning to Production Planning, setup of material planning and MRP validation, and allocation of warehouse space
Ensure timely material arrival to support prototype builds and prompt quality reviews of first shipments
What You'll Bring
Degree in an Engineering-oriented discipline, or equivalent experience
3-5 years of relevant experience in production control, materials management, production planning, material scheduling, or purchasing within a manufacturing environment
Proven ability to manage a diverse workload and prioritize tasks dynamically, balancing urgency (e.g., resolving line-down situations) with long-term importance (e.g., preparing the supply base for production ramp-up)
Strong analytical skills, including data analysis to optimize delivery costs and inventory levels; proficiency in Microsoft Excel is highly desired
Open-minded, collaborative, and team-oriented mindset
Demonstrated strong work ethic and commitment to excellence
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:
Medical plans > 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 Accounts) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High-Deductible 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 (90 day waiting period)
Employee Assistance Program
Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions, Accrued hours for Hourly 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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What You'll Do
Build and leverage cross-functional relationships with engineering and suppliers to meet cost, quality, and delivery targets; represent material supply status in executive and daily reviews
Develop material management strategies for prototype builds, including replenishment from warehouse to line and coordination with program management on schedules (quantity, sequencing, validation, and availability)
Define and enforce processes for ad hoc material requests from engineering and non-production groups
Manage all aspects of material flow for owned portfolio, including alignment with engineering and sourcing on revision control, inspection validation, sign-off by design engineering, and subcontracting modifications if needed
Lead team transition of products into production, including hand-off of planning to Production Planning, setup of material planning and MRP validation, and allocation of warehouse space
Ensure timely material arrival to support prototype builds and prompt quality reviews of first shipments
What You'll Bring
Degree in an Engineering-oriented discipline, or equivalent experience
3-5 years of relevant experience in production control, materials management, production planning, material scheduling, or purchasing within a manufacturing environment
Proven ability to manage a diverse workload and prioritize tasks dynamically, balancing urgency (e.g., resolving line-down situations) with long-term importance (e.g., preparing the supply base for production ramp-up)
Strong analytical skills, including data analysis to optimize delivery costs and inventory levels; proficiency in Microsoft Excel is highly desired
Open-minded, collaborative, and team-oriented mindset
Demonstrated strong work ethic and commitment to excellence
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:
Medical plans > 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 Accounts) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High-Deductible 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 (90 day waiting period)
Employee Assistance Program
Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions, Accrued hours for Hourly 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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