Logistics Process Engineer

Daimler Truck North America; Cleveland (NC); On-site; USD 86,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus program

401k company match (up to 6%)

4 weeks paid vacation

13+ holidays

8 weeks parental leave

Healthcare plans

Job summary

Daimler Truck North America is seeking an engineer to support and maintain logistics systems for material flow at the Cleveland, NC facility. You will investigate issues, coordinate corrective actions with corporate teams, and work on integrating new materials and processes into logistics systems.

Responsibilities include KPI dashboards, Kanban, sequencing, and layout optimization. You will lead logistics improvement projects, support automation, data analysis, and cross-functional

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline, preferably Materials Engineering or related field.
• 2-4 years experience in manufacturing operations, engineering, or logistics.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with warehouse management software.
• Lean manufacturing and process improvement knowledge.
• Proficient in SQL and Power BI for data analysis and dashboards.
• Able to manage multiple projects with diverse customers.

Responsibilities

• Support monitoring and maintaining logistics systems for material flow.
• Investigate system issues, determine root causes, and coordinate corrective actions.
• Develop KPI dashboards and data analysis tools for decision-making.
• Lead logistics improvement projects, including automation and digital initiatives.
• Coordinate implementation with cross-functional teams and contractors.
• Develop and optimize material flow, storage, and workstation layouts.

Skills

SQL

Power BI

KPI dashboards

Data analysis

Project coordination

Communication skills

Lean manufacturing

Material flow

Change management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Materials Engineering or related field

Tools

Manhattan WMS

Dematic

EMS

EDI system

Job description

Inside the Role

Provide support for maintaining material retrieval equipment including software systems throughout the plant. This position will investigate system issues, determine root causes, and coordinate corrective actions with corporate support teams. The role is responsible for integrating new materials and processes into logistics systems while supporting packaging optimization, kitting, sequencing, material flow improvements, and warehouse layout development. The position will lead logistics improvement projects, support automation and digital initiatives, develop KPI dashboards, and coordinate cross-functional implementation activities to improve operational performance and material flow throughout the facility.

Posting Information

We provide a scheduled posting end date to assist our candidates with their application planning. While this date reflects our latest plans, it is subject to change, and postings may be extended or removed earlier than expected.

We Take Care of Our Team

Position offers a starting salary range of$86,000 - $110,000 USD

Pay offered dependent on knowledge, skills, andexperience

Benefits include annual bonus program; 401kcompany contribution with company match up to6% as well as non-elective company contribution of3 - 7% depending on age;starting at 4 weeks paidvacation; 13+ calendar holidays; 8 weeks paidparental leave; employee assistance program;comprehensive healthcare plans and wellnessprograms; onsite fitness (at some locations); tuitionassistance and volunteer paid time off; short-termand long-term disability plans.

What You Drive at DTNA

• Provide support for monitoring and maintaining logistics systems for material flow (Manhattan Warehouse management system, Dematic, EMS, EDI system, Etc.)
• Monitor, maintain and create equipment/software alerts for uptime, efficiency and software communication.
• Facilitate configuration changes and improvements for various warehouse management systems currently used in the facility (shuttle/retrieval systems).
• Develop and improve packaging and material flow processes including Kanban, Repack, kitting, sequencing, stocking and line delivery.
• Develop and optimize material flow, storage, kitting and workstation layouts.
• Lead logistics improvement projects involving equipment, automation, digital solutions and third-party providers.
• Coordinate implementation of projects with Corporate ME, Operations, IT, Maintenance, Facilities and Contractors.
• Perform time studies, capacity and manpower analysis to identify and implement process improvement opportunities.
• Develop dashboards and data analysis tools to monitor logistics KPIs and support operational decision-making.

Knowledge You Should Bring

• Bachelor's degree in technical discipline, preferably within field of Materials Engineering or related technical Engineering field
• 2-4 years experience in manufacturing operations/ engineering/ logistics
• Familiar with basic mechanical, electrical, industrial and software engineering principles to optimize project success
• Must have good written and verbal communication skills
• Effective presentation skills and able to create PowerPoint, project schedules
• Familiarity with materials Flow and process development
• Experience with Warehouse management software
• Proven ability to prioritize and handle small and large projects with a diversity of customers
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, continuous improvement, root-cause analysis and material flow principles.
• Proficiently using SQL and Power BI for data analysis, KPI monitoring and dashboard development.

Exceptional Candidates Might Have

• Project management experience preferred
• Knowledge of Manhattan Warehouse management system, Dematic software, pick to light software and other logistic flow systems
• Experience in automated storage and retrieval systems
• Participation in process development and qualification in materials warehouse systems in a production manufacturing environment

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Where We Work

This position is open to applicants who can work in (or relocate to) the following location(s)-

Cleveland, NC US. Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

Schedule Type

Onsite

At Daimler Truck North America, we recognize our world is changing faster than ever before. By listening to the needs of today, we're building solutions with cutting-edge advancements in sustainability and future driving technologies - across electric, hydrogen, and autonomous innovation. Backed by decades of proven success, these efforts continue DTNA's legacy as an industry leader. Our evolving brand portfolio is second to none, including Freightliner Trucks, Western Star, Detroit, Thomas Built Buses, Freightliner Custom Chassis, and Financial Services. Together, we operate as one team - driving toward a cleaner, safer, and more efficient future for all.

How we move forward together is defined by the DTNA Way - our shared approach to showing up for our customers, our colleagues, and the world we help move. We start with our customers, grounding every product, service, and decision in their success, knowing that when they move forward, so do we. At the same time, we act with urgency and intention, balancing speed with thoughtful decision-making to deliver results with integrity, accountability, and clarity. Across our entire organization, we collaborate as one team - bringing diverse perspectives, strengths, and expertise together with trust and respect - because we know we achieve more together than any one of us could alone.

Guided by these principles, we're not just responding to change - we're leading it. Together, we are building the future of transportation for all who keep the world moving.

Additional Information

• Visa sponsorship will only be open to current Daimler Truck North America employees working under an existing U.S. Daimler Truck North America Visa
• All other applicants must be legally authorized to work permanently in the country the position is located in at the time of application
• Final candidate must successfully complete a criminal background check
• Final candidate may be required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen
• Contractors, professional services, or other contingent workers should confirm with their local agency if they are eligible to apply for FTE positions
• EEO - Disabled/Veterans

Daimler Truck North America is committed to workforce inclusion and providing an environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, age, marital status, family relationship, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression (including transgender and transitioning status), genetic information, or veteran status.

For an accommodation or special assistance with applying for a posted position, please contact our Human Resources department at 503-745-8982 or toll free 800-206-3369. For TTY/TDD enabled call 503-745-2137 or toll free 866-355-6935.