Materials Replenishment Engineer

Industrialelectricmanufacturing; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Industrialelectricmanufacturing in Jacksonville, Florida is seeking a Materials Replenishment Engineer to develop and implement lean material replenishment systems. This role is pivotal in shaping material flow processes aligned with lean principles including Kanban and JIT. Successful candidates will have a Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering or a related field and significant experience in manufacturing environments.

The position requires collaboration across teams to streamline production processes and improve material delivery, as well as training personnel on effective practices. Join IEM to make a lasting impact in a dynamic manufacturing setting.

Qualifications

• 3-7 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Foundational understanding of lean principles like 5S and Kanban.
• Experience in materials management and operations planning.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement lean material replenishment systems.
• Collaborate with teams to align material delivery processes.
• Train personnel on lean material systems.

Skills

Lean Material Replenishment

ERP Systems

Project Management

Effective Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering or relevant field

Tools

ERP Systems (Infor preferred)

Job description

Position Overview

At IEM, we’re not just building innovative electrical distribution systems, we’re shaping the future. IEM is dedicated to delivering world‑class solutions for complex power needs. After 75 years, we continue to push the boundaries of what’s possible. Whether you’re an experienced professional or just starting out, you’ll have the opportunity to contribute, grow, and make a lasting impact on industries that power the world’s most dynamic markets.

IEM is currently seeking a Materials Replenishment Engineer for our MRS Team. The Materials Replenishment Engineer will play a key role in establishing and refining the material replenishment strategies that support IEM Enterprise lean production system. This individual will be responsible for designing and implementing material flow processes aligned with principles such as Kanban, PFEP, JIT, and FIFO. This role will also serve as a cross‑functional liaison among Production, Supply Chain, and Fabrication to ensure successful adoption and execution of these new systems.

This position offers the opportunity to lead the foundational buildout of lean materials processes and develop broad operational knowledge in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lean Material Replenishment System Development
• Design, pilot, and implement lean material replenishment systems including Kanban, PFEP, JIT, and visual replenishment strategies.
• Develop and maintain point‑of‑use (POU) inventory solutions to reduce material travel and downtime.
• Collaborate closely with Production, Fabrication, Planning, and Warehouse teams to align material delivery processes with work center needs.
• Lead regular reviews and kaizen events to identify gaps and drive standardization.
• Work with warehouse and production staff to improve part staging and kitting processes in support of work center schedules.
• Ensure accurate ERP transactions, drive cycle count integrity, and support real‑time inventory visibility.
• Serve as a champion for lean transformation efforts related to materials flow and planning.
• Develop and standardize visual management tools to support tiered daily management.
• Support training & change management.
• Train key personnel on lean material systems and practices.
• Document standard work and facilitate knowledge transfer across shifts and departments.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations Management, or relevant degree program.
• 3-7 years of experience in a manufacturing environment with exposure to materials management, operations planning, or production support.
• Foundational understanding of lean principles such as 5S, value stream mapping, Kanban, and PFEP.
• Experience working with ERP systems (Infor preferred) and material tracking solutions.
• Effective communication and project management skills with an ability to collaborate across multiple departments.
• Demonstrated initiative and drive to improve processes, with a willingness to learn and grow into a larger leadership role.

Additional Requirements

• Ability to travel internationally and domestic: 50% per year

Non-Discrimination Statement

IEM does not discriminate against any applicant based on any characteristic protected by law.