Planning Operations Controller, Semi

The Production Controller reports directly to the Senior Production Controller and supports the optimization of production operations within the Semi Manufacturing environment. This role focuses on executing day-to-day production control tasks, maintaining accurate shop-wise schedules under guidance, and contributing to team efforts in inventory management and process efficiency. With a foundational understanding of operational workflows, the individual will assist in monitoring production trends, conducting audits, and resolving issues to support seamless execution across the value stream. The Production Controller will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to ensure inventory accuracy, mitigate risks, and contribute to Clear-to-Build communications, while gaining expertise in data-driven decision-making to drive throughput and quality improvements.

• Support the development and maintenance of production control processes, including inventory management, transaction auditing, and operational workflows, by performing routine tasks and learning advanced techniques under the Senior Production Controller's direction
• Assist in monitoring production trends across the Semi operation to identify potential limiters, risks, and bottlenecks, using basic data analysis to flag issues for senior review and support the deployment of resources during bridge calls for issue resolution
• Conduct daily inventory monitoring and accuracy checks, including coordinating material movements within the factory and tracking levels in-house, at source, and in transit, while reporting discrepancies to the Senior Production Controller
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to help identify and address blind spots in data, processes, or systems, ensuring timely closure of issues through guided coordination efforts
• Perform transaction audits within ERP systems and production planning tools to verify compliance, traceability, and integrity of inventory movements, assist in root cause analysis for data discrepancies and support the implementation of corrective actions
• Aid in project-specific budget tracking by capturing planned hours and actuals, working with planners, cost controllers, and process engineers to support data audits and physical validations as directed
• Interface with equipment engineering, process engineering, systems engineering, data analytics, manufacturing, and quality teams to facilitate information flow, assist in resolving production issues, and implement basic corrective actions under supervision
• Degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Data Analytics, or a closely related field or equivalent experience
• At least 6-8 years of hands-on experience in production settings, with a demonstrated ability to work effectively in dynamic manufacturing environments
• Proven expertise in resolving complex issues on fast-paced, high-volume production lines, showcasing the ability to troubleshoot and address operational challenges efficiently
• Strong capacity to perform and make decisions in high-stakes, high-pressure situations, maintaining composure and focus to support uninterrupted production
• Proficiency in optimizing manufacturing processes to enhance efficiency, reduce waste, and improve overall operational performance in evolving settings
• Certifications such as APICS, Six Sigma, or proficiency in data analysis tools like SQL/Python are highly desirable, though not mandatory, to support advanced analytical and process improvement capabilities
• Excellent problem-solving abilities, familiarity with lean manufacturing principles, experience in data-driven troubleshooting and workflow improvements, and strong communication skills for effective cross-team collaboration in demanding environments

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