Parts Manager, Automotive Engineering & Prototype Operations

What To Expect
The Parts Manager plays a pivotal role in overseeing inventory control, procurement, storage organization, and material flow for automotive production and prototype operations at Tesla. This position supports vehicle development, prototype builds, validation testing, and low-volume production programs by ensuring accurate part tracking, revision control, and structured material organization. Managing warehouse logistics, shipping, receiving, forklift operations, and tire inventory systems, the Parts Manager maintains efficiency, traceability, and readiness across engineering and production activities. The role operates in a fast-paced environment, combining automotive warehouse, engineering shop, and office settings with exposure to vehicle components, tools, machinery, tires, wheels, and industrial materials.

What You'll Do

Organize, label, and track prototype automotive components for development and validation builds

Inventory and label parts removed from prototype and production vehicles, maintain part numbering systems, and ensure accurate records in ERP/MRP systems

Coordinate sourcing of custom, fabricated, machined, and OEM automotive components

Forecast material requirements based on engineering and build schedules while monitoring and reducing obsolete or excess inventory

Segregate tires by program, compound, size, and test application, and coordinate tire mounting/dismounting schedules with engineering and test teams

Prepare, pack, and secure packages and pallets for outbound shipment while coordinating freight carriers and logistics for vehicle programs

Maintain an organized, safe, and efficient warehouse layout with clearly defined zones for parts, tires, wheels, fabrication materials, and consumables

What You'll Bring

3+ years of experience in automotive parts, materials, or inventory management

Experience supporting vehicle builds, prototype programs, or automotive manufacturing preferred

Familiarity with OEM part systems and automotive supply chains

Forklift certification or ability to obtain, with safe operation of forklifts and material handling equipment

Degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or equivalent experience

Proficiency in ERP/MRP systems for inventory tracking and management

Strong organizational skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Benefits
Compensation and 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

Expected Compensation

$24.40 - $50.40/hour + cash and stock awards + benefits

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.