Associate Material Flow Operations Engineer

Job Description

<p>Tesla was founded in 2003 with the goal of accelerating the transition to sustainable energy and protecting the planet Earth. Through solar energy, batteries, and electric vehicles, we are building a world of amazing abundance.</p><p>At Gigafactory Berlin-Brandenburg, we manufacture the Model Y, and starting in 2027, we’ll produce everything from battery cells to electric vehicles. This is unique in Europe. Our international team consists of over 12,000 employees from 130 countries. We hire talent at all skill levels - prior experience in the automotive industry is not required. Would you like to help write the next chapter in Tesla’s success story and work at one of Germany’s most modern workplaces? Then this is the right place for you!</p><p>Tesla is on a mission to accelerate the world’s transition to sustainable energy—and Gigafactory Berlin is at the forefront of that journey. We are seeking a high-performing (Senior) Logistics Operations Engineer to drive operational excellence across Powertrain and Vehicle production systems, delivering the most reliable, stable, and efficient shopfloor execution in the world’s most innovative E-Powertrain and E-Vehicle manufacturing environment. </p><p>In this role, you will operate at the intersection of manufacturing execution, logistics, and engineering—managing daily short-cycle operations, leading structured problem-solving systems, and enabling continuous improvement through data-driven performance control. You will contribute directly to output stability, eliminating flow disruptions, and driving cross-functional alignment with production, maintenance, quality, and supply chain.</p><p>From hourly output protection to long-term system optimization, your responsibilities will span execution design, escalation management, RCA/PDCA frameworks, KPI tracking, and lean governance—all as part of the machine that builds the machine. This is a high-impact, hands-on role for someone who thrives in fast-paced environments, takes ownership, and is passionate about building resilient, high-performance systems that scale.</p>

Job Responsibilities

• Manage and execute short-cycle daily shopfloor operations to ensure flow reliability, output stability, and zero downtime.
• Integrate structured escalation systems and execute operational controls with tiered response and cross-functional alignment.
• Lead implementation and ownership of shopfloor execution systems structured around KPIs, output metrics, and system visibility.
• Ensure structured collaboration with Logistics, Production, Maintenance, Engineering, and Data teams as part of a cohesive execution model.
• Establish and apply structured problem-solving systems (RCA, PDCA, SPM) embedded into the daily shopfloor execution.
• Mentor and train operations staff in lean execution routines, continuous improvement tools, and role accountability.
• Diagnose and eliminate operational bottlenecks, process deviations, and disruptions through system-level countermeasures.
• Lead continuous improvement projects to optimize logistics execution and eliminate inefficiencies.
• Drive full visibility, containment, and protection of production output hour by hour through structured monitoring systems.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define, implement, and track operational KPIs tied to logistics, quality, and financial metrics.
• Ensure operational compliance with EHS, ISO, EMAS, dangerous goods, hazmat, and local authority safety protocols.
• Operate based on embedded expectations and lean execution logic—avoiding reactive or improvised interventions.
• Contribute to the manufacturing execution system as a critical operator within “the machine that builds the machine.”
• Develop systems and methods to track and improve financially impactful KPIs such as MRB, chargebacks, and scrap.
• Execute Gemba walks, operational audits, and drive discipline across execution layers to reinforce structured shopfloor culture.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing, Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, Logistics, or a related technical field.
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or equivalent (required).
• Advanced certifications in Lean Manufacturing, Operations Management, or Supply Chain (preferred).
• Additional training in Problem Solving Methodologies (A3, 8D, 5Why, RCA) is an advantage.
• Project Management qualification is highly desirable. 

 Experience

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a high-paced manufacturing environment (e.g., Intralogistics, Material Flow Engineering, Manufacturing, Production, or Supply Chain).
• Proven track record in executing structured shopfloor operations, leading problem-solving efforts, and working cross-functionally with operations, engineering, maintenance, and logistics.
• Experience in KPI implementation, structured escalation systems, and short-cycle operations execution is highly desirable.

Technical Skills

• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel or other advanced spreadsheet tools (pivot tables, logic formulas, conditional formatting, etc.).
• Knowledge of Power BI, Tableau, or similar data visualization tools (desirable).
• Basic to intermediate knowledge of Python for data processing/automation (a plus).
• Understanding of MES, ERP systems, and factory execution tools.
• Proficiency with Lean tools (5S, Standard Work, Visual Management), PDCA, and Continuous Improvement practices.

Soft Skills

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong ownership mindset with the ability to execute autonomously and escalate structurally.
• Able to work under pressure in a fast-paced, complex production environment.
• Effective communicator and team player—able to coordinate with multidisciplinary teams on engineering and Management level.
• Proactive, structured, and detail-oriented.

Languages

• Professional working proficiency in English (required).
• Proficiency in other European languages (desirable).
• German language skills are a plus.

Not only do we offer you an attractive compensation package, but also access to a wide range of perks and benefits. For example:

· Our own medical center, a gym and an in-house barbershop.

· E-bike charging stations in front of the factory, more than 500 free charging stations for electric cars, a bike leasing program, free use of the nextbike bike-sharing fleet, as well as numerous free shuttle bus routes to Grünheide and the surrounding areas.

· You’ll receive subsidized canteen meals, a free S-membership at the Urban Sports Club (discount from M+) and you can sign up for many language courses.

· We also offer all employees a wide range of insurance options, such as a company pension plan, as well as discounts on private insurance and legal protection insurance.

These and many other benefits await you. Join Tesla and help us build a world of amazing abundance.

Candidates are expected to uphold and actively promote sustainability principles in their daily work, operating in line with Tesla Global Environmental, Health, Safety & Security (EHS&S) Policy and EMAS requirements, fostering a culture of continuous environmental improvement