Material Flow Engineer - Lean, High-Volume Automotive

The PAC Group; Warsaw (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 81,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site work

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

The PAC Group is seeking a Material Handling Engineer with hands-on experience in high-volume automotive manufacturing. You will optimize material flow from warehouse to point of use, implement balanced pull systems, and manage handling equipment across projects.

Ideal candidates have Lean expertise, strong analytical skills, and proficiency with AutoCAD, ERP systems, and Excel. This on-site role requires collaboration across functions and effective project leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or related field.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Cross-functional collaboration

Analytical skills

Problem solving

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

Excel

Job description

The PAC Group is seeking a Material Handling Engineer with hands-on experience in high-volume automotive manufacturing. You will optimize material flow from warehouse to point of use, implement balanced pull systems, and manage handling equipment across projects.

Ideal candidates have Lean expertise, strong analytical skills, and proficiency with AutoCAD, ERP systems, and Excel. This on-site role requires collaboration across functions and effective project leadership.