Tesla
Tesla

Workplace Operations Associate

RoleOperations & Business Support
LevelEntry
LocationBuffalo, NY, United States
WorkOn-site
TypeFull-time
PostedToday
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About the role

What to Expect

The Workplace Operations Associate is a hands-on, self-driven role critical to maintaining a safe, efficient, and inspiring workplace environment at Tesla. This individual serves as a key operational partner across facilities, supporting space utilization, asset management, event execution, and day-to-day workplace logistics. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment where adaptability, initiative, and customer service excellence are essential. As a Workplace Operations Associate S1, you’re not just moving furniture- you’re helping build the foundation for a world-class workplace where Tesla employees feel proud, supported, and empowered to change the world. Your work directly impacts employee experience, operational efficiency, and the culture of innovation.

This role requires a blend of physical capability, technical aptitude, and interpersonal finesse—someone who can seamlessly transition from assembling furniture to auditing inventory, managing logistics, and supporting cross-functional teams.

What You’ll Do

  • Assemble, move, and reconfigure office furniture and equipment to support workspace changes and relocations
  • Conduct regular audits of office assets and owned spaces to ensure accuracy and compliance
  • Support event setup, logistics, and execution, including coordination with culinary and janitorial teams
  • Manage indirect mail programs, including sorting, labeling, and dispatching internal communications
  • Operate pallet jacks, electric movers, and fork trucks (when trained) to transport materials safely and efficiently
  • Maintain accurate records in digital systems for tasks, hours worked, and inventory tracking
  • Provide exceptional customer service by resolving employee requests quickly and proactively

What You’ll Bring

  • 1-3 years’ experience in facilities logistics or office operations
  • Strong organizational and time management skills with proven multitasking in fast-paced environments
  • Physically capable of lifting carrying and moving equipment up to 50 lbs. safely
  • Demonstrated customer service excellence focused on responsiveness problem-solving and proactive support
  • Proficient with basic computer systems and digital tools for task tracking work logging and operational reporting
  • Familiarity with 5S or similar lean organizational methodologies a valuable plus
  • Flexible availability including weekends overtime and variable shifts plus preferred forklift/pallet jack certification internal logistics or event/facility coordination experience

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