Inventory Control and Quality Assurance Specialist, Energy Warehousing
Description
At Tesla, we move at warp speed, and Warehousing and Logistics are at the forefront of the evolution of Tesla’s supply chain as we embark on transformational change in the coming months. We have an ambitious vision and a complex portfolio of programs that enable Tesla’s future.
We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Inventory Control and Quality Assurance Specialist to join our team. The ICQA role is to provide experience and expertise in performing daily cycle counts, reviewing, troubleshooting inventory transaction issues, and quality inspections.
This role will work closely with Warehouse and Material Handling to correct issues with local management, the primary goal being correct verifification and constant improvement of inventory accuracy.
Responsibilities
- Performs daily cycle counts of on-site materials providing accurate cycle count metrics to inventory control and financial leaders while meeting/exceeding cycle count objectives and KPI’s each week/month
- Ability to maintain and reference Inventory records as needed
- Identifies on-site inventory discrepancies, investigates root causes and recommend improvements to cross-functional teams for the purpose of obtaining high levels of inventory accuracy
- Performs and assists with variance reconciliation, and correction transactions
- Complete daily quality inspections, verifying pick accuracy and provide discrepancy feedback for on-site root cause and correction by the warehouse team
- Review network quality claims, investigates root causes to provide reconciliation and monitor claim status to completion
- Audit network warehouse locations for accurate inventory, slotting, labeling and best practice execution
- Use computers, scanners, printers, and specialized software to identify and verify material while assisting with general material handling and inventory control activities as required
Requirements
- Previous experience as a cycle counter or inventory control associate and knowledge of inventory systems (WARP, MOS/MES, SAP or equivalent)
- Strong computer and analytic skills, especially Excel (intermediate level required)
- Attention to detail and a commitment to identifying data inaccuracies
- Ability to work independently on daily tasks and projects in a fast-paced environment while being adaptable to changing priorities
- Trained to operate mobile equipment, or ability to obtain certification within 30 days (Must have valid Australian driver's license)
- Must be able to lift up to 20kgs on a regular basis
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with ability to articulate data analysis and collaborate effectively across Warehouse stakeholders
Compensation and Benefits
Benefits
In addition to a competitive compensation package, Tesla Australia & New Zealand is pleased to offer the following benefits for permanent employees:
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) - Purchase Tesla stock twice per year at a 15% discount
- Parental leave (no minimum employment period)
- Primary carers – 18 weeks at full pay or 36 weeks half pay
- Secondary carers – 6 weeks full pay
- Miscarriage leave - 10 days
- Employee Vehicle Loan Program
- Novated Leasing (AU only)
- Employee Vehicle Finance program (AU only) - Tesla subsidises your loan interest
- Well-being Fund – An annual allowance of $950 USD for all employees to support their well-being in ways that are meaningful to them
- Health insurance discounts (AU only)
- Bike to work – $10 per day if you cycle to work
- Employee Assistance Program - Free and confidential counselling for all staff and their families
- Annual Flu Vaccines
- Birthday Leave, Cultural Significance Leave and Volunteer Leave
Some eligibility criteria may apply, benefits detailed above are subject to change / withdrawal at Tesla’s discretion with no prior notice.

