Material Flow Engineer — Lean Manufacturing & Inventory Optimization

Ford Motor Company; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 72,000 - 162,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Prescription drug coverage

Vehicle discount program

Job summary

Ford Motor Company is seeking an Industrial Engineer to manage material flow within production and warehousing operations, supporting production lines and inventory control.

You will collaborate with Planning, Production, and Supply Chain to optimize policies, layouts, and equipment, applying lean principles and driving continuous improvement.

The role requires a Bachelor's Degree and 2+ years in materials experience; Ford offers comprehensive benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 2+ years of materials experience.
• Experience working with cross-functional teams.
• Manufacturing/automotive experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering support for material flow processes; document standards and procedures, provide training, ensure materials are available in designated stock, markets and line locations.
• Collaborate with Planning & Inventory Control, Production, Material Handlers, and Supply Chain to ensure robust policies and continuous improvement.
• Develop material flow processes and equipment designs to optimize efficiency and safety.
• Lay out floor space analyses and storage requirements; participate in plant layout activities.
• Support lean materials flow initiatives and implement improvements across production and warehousing operations.
• Interact with other functional groups and vendors on technical/administrative matters.

Skills

Materials experience

Lean manufacturing

Continuous improvement

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

AutoCAD

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Ford Motor Company is seeking an Industrial Engineer to manage material flow within production and warehousing operations, supporting production lines and inventory control.

You will collaborate with Planning, Production, and Supply Chain to optimize policies, layouts, and equipment, applying lean principles and driving continuous improvement.

The role requires a Bachelor's Degree and 2+ years in materials experience; Ford offers comprehensive benefits and growth opportunities.