Lead Material Handler, Cathode Materials

What To ExpectAs a Lead Material Handler, 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 DoAssist daily operations of material flow, including receiving, issuing, organizing materials to support production schedules, maintaining inventory accuracy and driving continuous improvementsTrain and develop team members, implementing training plans and managing cross-training and staff rotationsMonitor material needs for assigned production areas, track real-time progress to delivery targets, and adjust manpower as neededConduct first-level investigations into quality and safety incidents, documenting findings and proposing preventive actionsSafely operate equipment such as forklifts, tuggers, pallet jacks, and flatbed carts to transport materials to/from production areas and prepare outgoing materials using proper packaging methodsMaintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment by following 5S protocols and ensuring proper PPE usageCollaborate with supervisors and cross-functional teams to support continuous improvement initiatives in safety, quality, cost, and productivityWhat You'll BringCurrent Tesla Production Control 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, 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 preferredEssential Physical Demands:Ability to perform physically demanding work for extended periods of time, up to 12 hours/dayFrequently and repetitively, lift, push and carry up to 35 lbs.The ability to carry 20 lbs. up and down stairsFrequently and repetitively, bend, lift and reach to install vehicle parts of varying size and weight overhead, accurately and in allotted timeframesAbility to stand and walk for up to 12 hours/day, including over varied and uneven terrainStoop, lay, bend, reach, squat, kneel, crouch, twist and crawl for extended periods of time, including up to 12 hours/dayClimb and maintain balance on ladders, scaffolding or other high structuresAbility to find issues in a work process and receive safety signals using sight, touch, and hearingDemonstrated 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 employmentExposures to hazardous materials used in the painting process and ability to follow waste handling/disposal proceduresWearing 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 guidelinesBenefitsCompensation and BenefitsAlong 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, Tesla