Original job description
What To Expect
As a Lead Warehouse Associate, you will oversee and support day-to-day operations in Tesla’s warehouse and production environments, ensuring smooth material flow and inventory accuracy. This role involves managing material movement to and from the production line, training team members, and maintaining safety, quality, and productivity standards. The ideal candidate takes pride in their hands-on work, excels in problem-solving, and demonstrates strong leadership and organizational skills. This role requires flexibility to work various shifts, including weekends, and to adjust as needed to support production demands.
What You'll Do
Organize and maintain the warehouse layout to ensure all materials are accessible, identifiable, properly labeled, and stored in compliance with 5S standards for optimal efficiency and safetyConduct and document accurate inventory counts, cycle audits, and reconciliations to maintain high inventory accuracy and support production needsComplete and manage auditable records, including packing slips, pick lists, job closeout paperwork, and other documentation using warehouse systemsUtilize computer software and scanners to receive, issue, track, and update materials in real time, ensuring seamless material flow to production areasLead daily material operations by monitoring needs for assigned production zones, adjusting manpower and resources to meet delivery targets, and driving continuous improvements in safety, quality, and productivityTrain, develop, and mentor team members through structured plans, cross-training, rotations, and hands-on guidance to build team capability and performanceSafely operate material handling equipment (forklifts, tuggers, pallet jacks, flatbed carts, etc.) to transport, load, unload, and prepare materials to/from production lines and staging areas while enforcing PPE usage, safety protocols, and collaboration with cross-functional teams
What You'll Bring
Current Tesla Supply Chain experience preferredStrong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail and the ability to prioritize tasks effectivelyExcellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to mentor and manage a team effectivelyExperience with technology and troubleshooting, including laptops, scanners, Microsoft Office-based systems, and other data entry tools preferredPositive, team-oriented attitude with a track record of meeting goals and completing tasksCommitment to adhering to safety standards and creating a culture of continuous improvementExperience with heavy equipment such as forklifts, tuggers, pallet jacks, and flatbed carts, Forklift certification preferred
Essential Physical Demands:
Ability to perform physically demanding work for extended periods of time, up to 12 hours/day Frequently and repetitively, lift, push and carry up to 50 lbs. The ability to carry 20 lbs. up and down stairs Frequently and repetitively, bend, lift and reach to install vehicle parts of varying size and weight overhead, accurately and in allotted timeframes Ability to stand and walk for up to 12 hours/day, including over varied and uneven terrain Stoop, lay, bend, reach, squat, kneel, crouch, twist and crawl for extended periods of time, including up to 12 hours/day Climb and maintain balance on ladders, scaffolding or other high structures Ability to find issues in a work process and receive safety signals using sight, touch, and hearing Demonstrated ability to handle and manipulate tooling and mechanically fasten bolts within required cycle time, quickly and accurately during new hire training and maintaining ability throughout employment Exposures to hazardous materials used in the painting process and ability to follow waste handling/disposal procedures Wearing Personal Protective Equipment, including but not limited to safety glasses, safety shoes, bump caps, hearing protection, full-face respirators, gloves, and adhering to prescribed safety rules and guidelines
Benefits
Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:
Company-paid Health, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability insurances RRSP with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefits Employee Assistance Program Parental Success Programs Sick and Vacation time, and Paid Holidays Tesla Babies program Tesla products, fitness discounts, and perks program
Expected Compensation
Lead Warehouse Associate III - $27.10 - $40.66/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.
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