Materials And Process Engineer

LER TechForce; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401 K with a match

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Employee Discounts

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

LER TechForce is seeking a Materials And Process Engineer (Material Flow) to optimize material movement in a high-volume automotive setting at our Fort Wayne client site. You will drive lean principles and cross-functional collaboration from warehouse to point of use.

The role requires hands-on implementation, strong analytical/problem-solving abilities, and experience managing material handling systems. Onsite in Fort Wayne offers growth and exposure to industry-leading projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial/Mechanical Engineering or related field; master's preferred.
• 3+ years experience in material flow, logistics, or industrial engineering in automotive/manufacturing.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and project-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the implementation and optimization of material flow from warehouse to use.
• Review and implement lineside replenishment systems and automate material calls with IT.
• Maintain material handling layouts to optimize space.
• Lead pull systems with balanced inventory at each point of use.
• Manage material handling equipment from procurement through deployment.

Skills

AutoCAD

Simulation tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

Analytical skills

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Master's degree preferred

Tools

AutoCAD

Simulation tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Materials And Process Engineer (Material Flow)

Are you looking to work for a company that provides an innovative work environment, and your voice is heard? We have a position for a Materials And Process Engineer (Material Flow) to work onsite at our client in Fort Wayne, IN Area

Who we are:

LER TechForce is an industry leader in embedded controls, software, functional safety, and engineering talent. For over 20 years LER has been working with customers across North America to meet their engineering resource challenges. Learn more about us (3) LER TechForce: Life | LinkedIn

What you will be doing:

The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in high-volume automotive manufacturing, strong expertise in material flow and material handling systems, and a solid understanding of Lean manufacturing principles. This role requires effective cross-functional collaboration and the ability to manage complex projects through implementation.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• 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.

What you'll need to be successful:

Basic:

• 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.
• Ability to lift up to 35 pounds.
• Ability to stand, walk, and perform repetitive tasks for extended periods.

Preferred:

• Familiarity with PFEP data, assembly and body shop manufacturing processes, industrial engineering job balancing, internal logistics delivery routes, warehouse management, and ERP systems.
• Experience with fork-free material delivery strategies, including kitting, sequencing cells, and lean lineside presentation.
• Familiarity with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and material tracking technologies.
• Working knowledge of CAD systems, layout drawings, and flow-layout optimization to improve material movement, space utilization, and operational efficiency.

What you'll get:

• 401 K with a match and immediate vesting
• Short-term & Long-term disability, life insurance and other optional benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Discounts
• Ongoing professional development opportunities including Technical Training and Leadership Development
• The opportunity to work on industry leading projects