AWS/CES is looking for an Industrial Engineer (Material flow) for our automotive manufacturing client in
- Location: Louisville, KY
- Schedule: Day shift, 7 a.m.–3 p.m.
- Pay: up to $80k salary base
- Job Type: Full-Time/ Direct Hire
About the Role
We are seeking an Industrial Engineer – Material Flow to optimize manufacturing and warehouse operations through improved material flow, facility layouts, storage, packaging, and process efficiency.
What You’ll Do
- Design and optimize material flow, warehouse/plant layouts, storage, pallet racking, and line-side material presentation.
- Develop and maintain PFEPs, part mapping, equipment locations, and plant layouts.
- Support new program launches, packaging design, quoting, and material flow improvements.
- Conduct time studies, labor analysis, ergonomic evaluations, and process improvement projects.
- Apply Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement principles to reduce waste, handling, and costs.
- Coordinate with Operations, Transportation, IT, Engineering, and vendors on layout and process changes.
- Track projects and present recommendations to leadership.
- Maintain up‑to‑date plant drawings and documentation for all facility aspects, inclusive of scope changes, new business, or other required modifications.
- Packaging Engineering and Launch Support:
- Design, develop, and buy‑off packaging for new programs, program changes, and quote opportunities.
- Support launch activities by collaborating with floor supervisors, material handlers, and line stockers to ensure smooth material flow.
- Prepare quotes related to layout, packaging, and material flow for new business opportunities, scope changes, and future expansion opportunities.
- Implement and maintain materials organization systems, part mapping, and equipment location plans across manufacturing and warehouse operations.
What We’re Looking For
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field.
- 2+ years of manufacturing/assembly experience.
- Experience with Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement.
- Strong time study, labor analysis, and problem-solving skills.
- AutoCAD proficiency for layouts and design.
- Strong Excel/Microsoft Office skills.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills.
- Strong mechanical and technical aptitude.
Health, Safety, Physical & Travel Requirements
- Normal amount of sitting and standing, average mobility to move around an office and plant environment, able to conduct normal amount of work on a computer.
- Up to 50% travel required
- Valid driver’s license required
Send your resume to [email protected]
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