Controls Engineer Manufacturing Engineering

Company ProfileWith over 80 years of innovation JCB is the worlds largest privately owned manufacturer of construction and agricultural equipment. Operating 23 manufacturing facilities across four continentsincluding the United States the United Kingdom India and BrazilJCB produces a diverse portfolio of more than 300 products. These include telescopic handlers backhoe loaders excavators wheel loaders compact excavators skid steer loaders compact track loaders access aerial work platforms rough terrain forklifts and the heart of JCBs success are its people. As a family-owned business we are accountable to our customersnot shareholderswhich gives us the flexibility to focus on long-term innovation and delivering real value. This independence allows us to continuously develop advanced technologies and integrate them into equipment designed to perform in the toughest environments while maximizing customer JCB we stand behind our productsand our namewith pride and commitment to PurposeThis position is responsible for designing optimizing and sustaining efficient material flow systems across the facility. This includes material presentation lineside delivery internal logistics supermarket design AGV/tugger routes PFEP ownership and integration with fabrication paint and assembly processes in the role provides technical leadership across manufacturing engineering production logistics and supply chain teams to ensure material availability reduce waste decrease internal logistics costs and support continuous improvement TypeFull Time ExemptLocationOnsite in Pooler Georgia: 2000 Bamford Blvd. Pooler GA 31322Benefits and Other CompensationJCB offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical dental and vision insurance; 401 (k) retirement plan; paid time off and paid ProcessApplications will be accepted through Careers JCB Careers JCB Jobs JCB or via LinkedIn. The anticipated application window will close on July 15 2026. Major Tasks Responsibilities & Key AccountabilitiesMaterial Flow System Design & OptimizationDevelop and maintain the Plan for Every Part (PFEP) including container strategy trolleys design replenishment methods route frequency and storage maintain and continuously optimize material flow using Material and Information Flow Diagrams (MIFDs) to support efficient manufacturing material flow solutions including supermarkets kitting cells sequencing strategies lineside presentation and internal logistics optimization of material movement using lean principles to eliminate waste and improve and implement new technologies (AGVs AMRs digital kanban tugger optimization point-of-use storage).Continuous Improvement & Operational ExcellenceLead complex CI initiatives to reduce logistics cost improve throughput and stabilize flow to production time studies data analysis and simulation modelling to identify capacity constraints and improvement root cause analysis and corrective actions related to material shortages bottlenecks and inventory accuracy LeadershipCollaborate with Production Supply Chain Procurement and Industrial Engineering to align material strategies with production with Program Management and NPI teams to develop material flow designs for new products or model & StandardsEnsure accurate and up-to-date documentation including PFEPs logistics work instructions replenishment standards and layout future-state maps and maintain material flow standards across the & Systems IntegrationUse ERP/MRP MES and logistics systems to maintain accurate material inventory data delivery performance route metrics and internal logistics KPIs to drive duties as assignedMinimum QualificationsBachelors degree in Manufacturing Engineering Industrial Engineering Mechanical Engineering or related field.510 years of experience in manufacturing industrial engineering logistics engineering or material flow optimization preferably in automotive expertise in lean manufacturing PFEP management value stream mapping and material flow design. Proficiency with CAD tools layout design and manufacturing documentation. Strong analytical skills and experience with data analysis or simulation tools (Excel PowerBI discrete-event simulation preferred). Experience working with ERP/MRP systems. Excellent communication skills with proven ability to lead crossfunctional pass any drug screens background checks and any pre-employment tests which will be conducted in accordance with applicable ConditionsManufacturing/factory environment. Subject to noise and temperature RequirementsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to:Must be able to work flexible schedule including Friday - Sunday 6am -6pmMust be able to regularly lift and/or move up to 10lbs frequently and/or move up to 35lbs and occasionally lift and/or move up to be able to perform continuous repetitious physical activities. These activities may involve fine movements or large be able to grasp/pinch small items reach out and up and turn be capable of keeping pace with current production be able to push/pull with reasonable be able to perform the following requirements of bending stooping climbing kneeling and standing for extended periods of be able to work in multiple climates including hot/cold temperatures and dusty Opportunity EmployerJCB is an equal employment opportunity (EEO) employer in accordance with applicable federal state and local laws. JCB complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment at every location where the company has facilities. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin veteran or disability statute or any other characteristic protected under federal state and local laws. EEO EMPLOYER/VET/ Accommodation StatementJCB complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process to perform essential job functions and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment please contact the JCB Human Resources team at Inc. is not currently hiring individuals for this position who now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status; however as a global company JCB offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S. which can be found through our website at This job description is general in nature and is not designed to contain or to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.