Material Flow Engineer: Lean Automotive Logistics

Slate Auto LLC; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Slate Auto LLC is seeking a highly driven Engineer, Material Flow to lead the design, analysis, and continuous improvement of material flow systems across warehouse and manufacturing environments. This role drives strategies that enhance material delivery efficiency, productivity, and factory logistics.

Ideal candidates bring hands-on automotive manufacturing experience, expertise in material flow design, handling systems, and Lean principles.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or related field.
• Master’s degree preferred.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, simulation tools, ERP systems, and Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

• Design and optimize material flow from warehouse to point of use using lean principles.
• Implement lineside material replenishment systems (eKanban) to automate material calls and improve delivery efficiency.
• Develop layouts for material handling systems, maximizing warehouse and production floor space.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Manufacturing, Logistics, IT, Quality, Purchasing, Suppliers) to align material flow with production schedules.
• Lead implementation of pull systems with balanced stock levels at each point of use.
• Manage and maintain the Plan for Every Part (PFEP), analyzing volumes, packaging, transportation, and delivery methods.
• Conduct static and dynamic simulations to identify and mitigate congestion and part shortages.
• Oversee material handling equipment from concept through procurement and operational deployment (e.g., forklifts, tuggers, AGVs / AGCs, carts, racks, low-cost automation).
• Research and evaluate new technologies in material handling and warehouse optimization; develop ROI-based business cases.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Project management

Communication skills

Independent worker

Cross-functional collaboration

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

Slate Auto LLC is seeking a highly driven Engineer, Material Flow to lead the design, analysis, and continuous improvement of material flow systems across warehouse and manufacturing environments. This role drives strategies that enhance material delivery efficiency, productivity, and factory logistics.

Ideal candidates bring hands-on automotive manufacturing experience, expertise in material flow design, handling systems, and Lean principles.