Sr. Manager, Production Control

Tesla is recruiting for an experienced Production Control (PC), Sr. Manager to join our Gigafactory team and manage day-to-day operations in Buffalo, NY. The successful candidate will oversee inbound material flow (dock-to-line), outbound finished goods flow (line-to-yard), warehousing and conveyance equipment, delivery operations, inventory control, and trailer yard operations. The Sr. PC Manager will lead a team of leaders, engineers, and technicians across multiple shifts at a 24/7 facility. In this role, the Sr. PC Manager works together with Production, Engineering and Planning as well as NPI, inbound and outbound Logistics and the downstream customers to ensure overall success of Tesla. Manage daily operations of material flow to the line, and finished goods outbound to the customers Govern, and ensure core KPI targets are met in safety, quality, productivity, cost and delivery Ensure on-time delivery of parts and material to the manufacturing lines and outbound shipments to customers Manage warehouse inventory and material flow processes to optimal levels and drive continuous improvement in inventory accuracy Lead efforts to optimize space and manpower, while ensuring downstream customer satisfaction Assertively solve daily problems by applying Tesla problem-solving methodology to identify root causes, drive countermeasures and prevent repeat issues Develop strategic partnerships with production and functional leadership to influence positive change across the Megafactory site Lead and develop a technical team, including engineers and technicians, for the purposes of maintaining fixed/mobile conveyance, rack/returnable fleets, local PIT and semi truck production control equipment Lead continuous improvement activities, including rapid improvement events, to drive continuous improvements Conduct daily safety, and process audits to ensure adherence to safety protocols and compliance to standard work 7+ years in a material handling, production control and/or warehouse distribution in a leadership role Minimum requirement of 2 years as a PC Manager in a high volume, automated manufacturing facility or high scale, automated logistics operation Experience in warehouse management, inventory management, internal conveyance, and yard flow Experience working cross-functionally with Production, Finance, Global Supply Chain and Logistics Ability to maintain a safe work environment by establishing and enforcing operational standards and procedures Proven ability to effectively lead and mentor people to achieve great things Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and proven ability to deploy lean concepts Strong written, verbal, and organizational skills with effective strength in MS Office apps for data analysis and presentation Manufacturing engineering experience required 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 Compensation Mgr Production Control

• $126,000
• $189,000/annual salary Sr Mgr Production Control
• $147,600
• $221,400/annual salary + 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.