Material Handling Engineer: Lean Flow & Automation

The PAC Group; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 83,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The PAC Group is seeking a Material Handling Engineer to optimize material flow from warehouse to point of use in a high-volume automotive setting. The role emphasizes lean principles, cross-functional collaboration, and hands-on deployment of material handling solutions.

You will design and maintain layouts, lead pull systems, and manage equipment procurement through implementation, ensuring efficient space utilization and throughput in a fast-paced environment.

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.

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 Kanban, 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

project management

data analysis

communication

problem solving

team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s in Industrial/Mechanical Eng / Supply Chain

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

AutoCAD

simulation tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

Job description

The PAC Group is seeking a Material Handling Engineer to optimize material flow from warehouse to point of use in a high-volume automotive setting. The role emphasizes lean principles, cross-functional collaboration, and hands-on deployment of material handling solutions.

You will design and maintain layouts, lead pull systems, and manage equipment procurement through implementation, ensuring efficient space utilization and throughput in a fast-paced environment.