Material Flow Engineer - Lean & Automation (Automotive)

The PAC Group; Bloomington (IN); On-site; USD 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

The PAC Group is seeking a Material Handling Engineer for an onsite role in Bloomington. You will optimize material flow from warehouse to point of use, lead lineside replenishment, and manage layouts in a lean manufacturing environment.

Ideal candidates hold a BS in engineering, 3+ years in automotive/high-volume manufacturing, and are proficient with AutoCAD, ERP systems, and Excel. Strong analytical, PM, and communication skills are required to succeed in a fast-paced, cross-functional team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or related field (master's preferred).
• 3+ years of experience in material flow, logistics, or industrial engineering, preferably in automotive/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

• Support implementation and optimization of material flow from warehouse to point of use using lean principles.
• Review, develop, and implement lineside replenishment systems (eKanban) with IT to automate material calls.
• Maintain material handling layouts to optimize space.
• Lead the implementation of pull systems with balanced inventory at each point of use.
• Manage material handling equipment from procurement through deployment (forklifts, tuggers, AGVs/AGCs, carts, racks, low-cost automation).

Skills

Analytical

Problem solving

Project management

Communication

Education

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

Master's degree preferred

Tools

AutoCAD

Simulation tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

Job description

The PAC Group is seeking a Material Handling Engineer for an onsite role in Bloomington. You will optimize material flow from warehouse to point of use, lead lineside replenishment, and manage layouts in a lean manufacturing environment.

Ideal candidates hold a BS in engineering, 3+ years in automotive/high-volume manufacturing, and are proficient with AutoCAD, ERP systems, and Excel. Strong analytical, PM, and communication skills are required to succeed in a fast-paced, cross-functional team.