Material Handling Specialist

Hyundai motor group; Georgia; On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical / Vision / Dental insurance

15 paid holidays

Paid time off

401k plan

Job summary

Hyundai Motor Group Metaplant America seeks a Material Flow Specialist to optimize material movement on automotive production lines. You will design flow, establish labor estimations, and implement Kanban systems to ensure timely replenishment and minimal downtime.

You will drive continuous improvement through root cause analysis, support new model launches, and define KPIs to track efficiency and progress across cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or associate degree in industrial engineering, business administration, supply chain management, or related field.
• 2+ years of experience in material flow, inventory management, internal logistics, or supply chain management.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Knowledge of safety and environmental regulations for material handling.
• Ability to articulate, write, and present clearly to upper management.
• SAP experience—Control Cycle/Material Master/Supply Area.
• Value stream mapping expertise.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the design of material flow within automotive production lines to minimize downtime and waste.
• Establish man hours calculations and requirements for the Material Handling team.
• Implement Kanban systems to control material flow and trigger replenishment thresholds.
• Identify and remove blockers to project timelines and milestones.
• Conduct root cause analysis to improve manpower, materials, methods, and machines.
• Own new model launch milestones related to packaging and material handling.
• Develop KPIs to measure efficiency, monitor progress, and drive decisions.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Articulate/written communication

Safety knowledge

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s or associate degree in industrial engineering / related field

Tools

SAP - Control Cycle/Material Master/Supply Area

Value Stream Mapping

Job description

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WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Coordinates the design of material flow within the automotive production lines to minimize downtime, reduce waste, identify bottlenecks, and increase production efficiency.

Establishes man hours calculations and requirements for the Material Handling team while continually improving their processes.

Implements Kanban systems to control the flow of materials and trigger reordering when inventory levels reach replenishment thresholds.

• Removes roadblocks and resolves problems delaying the progress of projects and department milestones
• Supports Material Handling by conducting root cause analysis to eliminate and mitigate issues on manpower, materials, methods, and machine.
• Responsible for all new model launch milestones related to packaging and material handling activities.
• Develops Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to measure efficiency, monitor progress, assess performance, and make informed decisions.

Continuously evaluates cost reduction improvements in material flow and container packaging

Meet all other requirements as assigned.

HOW WILL YOU MAKE AN IMPACT

HMGMA is the abbreviation of Hyundai Motor Group Metaplant America. It is Hyundai Motor Group's first dedicated EV mass-production plant and is an innovative plant with cutting-edge production technology applied.

WHAT YOU WILL BRING TO THE ROLE

• Bachelor’s degree or associate degree in industrial engineering, business administration, supply chain management, or a related field.
• 2+ years of experience in material flow, inventory management, internal logistics, and/or supply chain management in lieu of education.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent communication skills and collaboration with cross-functional teams.
• Knowledge of safety and environmental regulations related to the handling and movement of materials to maintain a safe work environment.
• Ability to articulate, write, and present clearly to upper management.
• SAP Experience-Control Cycle/Material Master/Supply Area
• Value Stream Mapping

WHAT HYUNDAI CAN OFFER YOU

• HMGMA offers opportunities for growth, work flexibility, competitive pay, and benefits.
• HMGMA benefits includes competitive Medical / Vision / Dental insurance, 15 paid holidays, paid time off, and competitive 401k plan.

OTHER DETAILS

Language Proficiency: Strong command of the English language (written and spoken) is essential for safety, communication, documentation, and collaboration across the organization.

Physical Demands

While in Office: This position is primarily sedentary and requires working at a desk and computer for extended periods. Responsibilities may include:

• Occasional lifting of office supplies (up to 15 pounds)
• Frequent use of hands and fingers for typing and handling documents
• Ability to sit, stand, and walk within the office environment as needed

When in Production Area (if applicable):

• Standing, walking, bending, and reaching for extended durations
• Repeated lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling of materials and products (up to 25-30 pounds)
• Manual dexterity for handling power tools, machinery, or production equipment
• Working in environments that may be noisy, hot, or require the use of personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Ability to climb ladders or stairs and operate equipment safely and effectively
• Capability to learn and work on multiple production processes, as required
• Adequate visual and auditory abilities to identify safety hazards and communicate clearly
• Consistent and punctual attendance
• Ability to collaborate and perform effectively in a team-oriented environment

HMGMA is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances.