Design and validate detailed material flow models to accurately forecast labor requirements, identify potential bottlenecks, and optimize inventory buffers for new and existing products
Design and implement layout and space optimization initiatives for existing and new production lines, utilizing 2D CAD design to integrate new lines and products into the factory footprint
Collaborate with Production Control teams to develop site logistics plans to optimize warehousing, yard operations, trailer management, and production workflow integration
Work with factory simulation/modeling teams to validate and develop flow paths, aisle sizing for products, raw materials, and work in progress inventory
Provide high quality decision support through, primarily but not limited to, Excel analysis, discrete event simulation, linear programming, and other operations research methods
Partner with cross-functional teams, including Packaging Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Finance, to develop and implement optimized material flow solutions
Facilitate structured problem-solving and drive continuous improvement initiatives to optimize operations and drive business results
Develop business cases to justify capital investments for strategic growth
What You’ll Bring
Degree in Industrial or Manufacturing Engineering, or equivalent experience
Prior experience with material flow optimization, preferred
Track record of excellence in current and prior roles
6+ years of experience in layout design for either manufacturing or warehousing
Deep understanding of material delivery methods (i.e. powered industrial equipment, automated guided vehicles, conveyor, rail-guided vehicles) and strategies (i.e. forklift-free)
Experience in driving multiple concurrent improvement projects as part of a high-performing team
Extensive detailed material flow analysis experience to make data-driven decisions and summarize results for executives
Able to work under pressure while managing competing demands and tight deadlines
Extensive experience with AutoCAD and/or Revit + Microsoft Excel
Prior knowledge of work measurement techniques, data analytics (SQL, Tableau, Power BI,), discrete event simulation, operations research, lean manufacturing, scale manufacturing