Material flow engineer

eShocan; Warsaw (IN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

eShocan in the United States is seeking an experienced Industrial Engineer focused on material flow and Lean manufacturing to drive high-volume automotive projects from concept to rollout. You will tackle complex optimization tasks across supply, production, and logistics teams.

Responsibilities emphasize cross-functional collaboration, leadership of material-handling improvements, and delivering measurable gains in efficiency, space utilization, and on-time delivery in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field; master's preferred.
• 3+ years of experience in material flow, logistics, or industrial engineering in automotive or high-volume manufacturing.
• Proficient in AutoCAD, simulation tools, ERP systems, and 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.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate across functions to manage complex material flow projects through implementation.
• Lead lean manufacturing initiatives to optimize material handling and lineside movement.
• Drive improvements in space utilization, efficiency, and delivery reliability.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Material flow

Cross-functional collaboration

Project management

Communication

Problem solving

Analytical thinking

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or related field

Master's degree preferred

Tools

AutoCAD

Simulation tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

Job description

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.
• 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.