Job Description

What to Expect

Production Control (PC) Process Engineering Technicians are responsible for optimizing material flow and storage within the factory. Through continuous improvement, lean thinking, and data-driven decision making you will create safe and sustainable process improvements to drive cost savings; projects include configuring internal order fulfillment systems, managing material warehouses, designing material delivery processes, and managing material changeovers. This role is based in Buffalo, NY and directly supports Tesla's Solar Roof and Power Electronic programs.

What You'll Do

Design and lead the implementation of new PC technical processes Manage multiple projects, clearly communicating statuses, timelines, and objectives both within PC and to other departments Support and monitor key department metrics and identify opportunities for improvement Maintain internal MRP technical systems as subject matter experts Coordinate physical introduction of new material into production on schedule with implementation dates Support excess & obsolescence materials management with inventory control and material planning team Operate as an agent of change: act as source of information relating to changes for members of other teams

What You'll Bring

Basic understanding of warehousing, conveyance, and inventory compliance processes A proactive approach to problem solving in an ambiguous environment Time and workload management: can accomplish work with minimal supervision Bachelor Degree preferred or equivalent experience Ability to lift 30lbs whenever project work demands it Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel and SQL experience (preferred) Able to read, speak, and understand English, 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:


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 Expected CompensationProcess Technician I - $25.88 - $28.80/hour Process Technician II - $30.46 - $33.67/hour

+ cash and stock awards + benefits for all levels
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.



Tesla is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.



Tesla is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Please let your recruiter know if you need an accommodation at any point during the interview process.