Material Flow Coordinator

In this position...

The Material Flow Engineer serves as the architect of internal logistics. Operating at the intersection of Industrial Engineering and Supply Chain Management this position applies Lean Manufacturing principles to create seamless material transitions. You will analyze complex data sets to develop flow patterns design warehouse and line-side layouts and select the appropriate material handling equipment. A successful candidate will drive continuous improvement initiatives that reduce dock-to-dish time eliminate bottlenecks and support the integration of new product launches into existing manufacturing environments.

What you will do ...

• Layout & Design: Develop and maintain detailed facility layouts using AutoCAD to optimize storage density picking paths and material delivery routes.
• PFEP Management: Create and manage the Plan for Every Part (PFEP) database defining specific storage locations container quantities and replenishment methods for thousands of SKUs.
• Lean Implementation: Design and deploy Lean logistics tools including Kanban systems Just-in-Time (JIT) delivery and sequenced parts feeding.
• Equipment Specification: Identify justify and procure material handling equipment such as racking systems tuggers forklifts and Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs).
• Process Optimization: Conduct time studies and value stream mapping to identify inefficiencies in material handling and implement corrective actions.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with Packaging Engineering to ensure container designs are compatible with line-side space constraints and ergonomic requirements.
• Project Management: Lead logistics workstreams for new vehicle programs ensuring all material flow infrastructure is validated and ready for Job 1.
• Data Analysis: Monitor Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) such as floor space utilization equipment uptime and labor efficiency to drive data-driven decision-making.

Youll have...

• Experience: 3 years of experience in a high-volume manufacturing or complex distribution environment (automotive experience is highly preferred).
• Education: High School Diploma or GED
• Technical Skills:
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD or similar 2D/3D modeling software.
  • Knowledge of ERP/MRP systems (e.g. SAP Oracle).

  • Experience with data visualization tools (e.g. Tableau Alteryx or Power BI).

• Certifications: Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma Green/Black Belt certification is preferred.
• Soft Skills: Strong analytical problem-solving abilities excellent project management skills and the ability to communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Physical Requirements: Ability to spend significant time on the manufacturing floor and manage equipment installation projects.

Even Better ...

• Bachelors degree in supply chain management industrial engineering or a related field
• Advanced proficiency in ERP and MRP software systems
• Familiarity with discrete event simulation software (e.g. FlexSim Arena) is a plus.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and practices is a plus

You may not check every box or your experience may look a little different from what weve outlined but if you think you can bring value to Ford Motor Company we encourage you to apply!

As an established global company we offer the benefit of choice. You can choose what your Ford future will look like: will your story span the globe or keep you close to home Will your career be a deep dive into what you love or a series of new teams and new skills Will you be a leader a changemaker a technical expert a culture builderor all the above No matter what you choose we offer a work life that works for you including:

• Immediate medical dental and prescription drug coverage
• Flexible family care parental leave new parent ramp-up programs subsidized back-up childcare and more
• Vehicle discount program for employees and family members and management leases
• Tuition assistance
• Established and active employee resource groups
• Paid time off for individual and team community service
• A generous schedule of paid holidays including the week between Christmas and New Years Day
• Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.

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position is a salary grade 6 and ranges from $72480-$121440.

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Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

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