Industrial Engineer _ Material Flow

Job Description

The Role

We are seeking a highly skilled Industrial Engineer with expertise in Material Flow to join our Center of Excellence (CoE). This role plays a critical part in advancing manufacturing efficiency, validating material flow strategies, and developing best practices to be scaled across the enterprise. The successful candidate will bring a strong background in simulation tools, data analysis, and industrial engineering principles to support innovation and operational excellence.

What You’ll Do

• Lead material flow simulations to evaluate line-side delivery, warehouse logistics, and automated material handling solutions
• Develop and validate discrete-event simulation models to optimize labor, equipment, and space utilization
• Partner with operations and engineering teams to ensure scalability and sustainability of material flow strategies
• Conduct time studies, capacity analysis, and ergonomic assessments to identify improvement opportunities
• Create and maintain standard processes, metrics, and best practices for deployment across multiple facilities
• Provide technical guidance on the integration of automation (AGVs/AMRs, conveyors, robotics) into plant operations
• Support continuous improvement initiatives aligned with lean manufacturing and Industry 4.0 practices

What You’ll Need (Required Qualifications)

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field (Master’s preferred)
• 3+ years of experience in industrial engineering or material simulation within a manufacturing environment
• Strong understanding of Lean Manufacturing, PFEP (Plan for Every Part), and material flow optimization
• Proven ability to analyze data, develop insights, and present recommendations to leadership
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills

What Will Give You A Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)

• Knowledge of ERP/WMS systems and digital twin applications
• Prior experience working in a Center of Excellence or global standards role

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