Equipment Spares Planner, Production Control

We are looking for a dynamic, detail-oriented, and flexibleEquipment Spares Plannerwho is experienced in working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. We expect this person to be creative and innovative, and to constantly be on the lookout for opportunities to improve business operations and systems. The successful candidate will have great interpersonal and communication skills, and must be capable of collaborating with multiple cross-functional teams.

• Analyze business processes for material flow within the Spares Department to identify improvement opportunities
• Collaborate with maintenance teams, global supply managers, and vendors to develop cost-effective spare part procurement strategies
• Investigate current inventory status, forecast requirements, and optimize stock levels to prevent shortages
• Support stock-out scenarios to minimize or eliminate production line downtime
• Place and track orders to meet MRO demands and timeline
• Generate, analyze, and publish key performance metrics to inform decision-making
• Optimize the spare parts management system, including initial setups and ongoing refinements

• Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain, Business or equivalent experience
• Proven ability to work effectively in team settings and independently
• Demonstrated skill in supplier relationship management
• Capable of handling stressful/challenging situations
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to evaluate data for operational decisions
• Must be well organized, skilled in documenting results and procedures
• Solid understanding of manufacturing processes, including 5S, lean manufacturing, logistics, and continuous improvement methodologies

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