Material Flow Engineer
Troy, MI
Material Flow Engineer
Supports material flow from warehouse to point of use using lean manufacturing, lineside replenishment, pull systems, and material handling equipment. Requires a bachelor’s degree, 3+ years’ experience, AutoCAD/ERP/Excel skills, and ability to lift 35 lbs.
Description
WHAT YOU GET TO DO
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Requirements
The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in high-volume automotive manufacturing, strong expertise in material flow and material handling systems, and a solid understanding of Lean manufacturing principles. This role requires effective cross-functional collaboration and the ability to manage complex projects through implementation.
Qualifications
Preferred Skills
WHAT YOU GET TO DO
- Support the implementation and optimization of material flow from the warehouse to point of use using lean manufacturing principles.
- Review, develop, and implement lineside replenishment systems, such as eKanban, with IT to automate material calls and improve delivery efficiency.
- Maintain material handling layouts that optimize warehouse and production floor space.
- Lead the implementation of pull systems with balanced inventory levels at each point of use.
- Manage material handling equipment from procurement through operational deployment, including forklifts, tuggers, AGVs/AGCs, carts, racks, and low-cost automation.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Ability to lift up to 35 pounds.
- Ability to stand, walk, and perform repetitive tasks for extended periods.
Requirements
The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in high-volume automotive manufacturing, strong expertise in material flow and material handling systems, and a solid understanding of Lean manufacturing principles. This role requires effective cross-functional collaboration and the ability to manage complex projects through implementation.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or a related field; master's degree preferred.
- 3+ years of experience in material flow, logistics, or industrial engineering, preferably in automotive or high-volume manufacturing.
- Proficient in AutoCAD, simulation tools, ERP systems, and Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
- Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
- Able to succeed in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment.
Preferred Skills
- Familiarity with PFEP data, assembly and body shop manufacturing processes, industrial engineering job balancing, internal logistics delivery routes, warehouse management, and ERP systems.
- Experience with fork-free material delivery strategies, including kitting, sequencing cells, and lean lineside presentation.
- Familiarity with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and material tracking technologies.
- Working knowledge of CAD systems, layout drawings, and flow-layout optimization to improve material movement, space utilization, and operational efficiency.