_{21st August, 2026}

Material Flow Engineer #1062907
Job Description:

• The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in high-volume automotive manufacturing, strong expertise in material flow and material handling systems, and a solid understanding of Lean manufacturing principles.
• This role requires effective cross-functional collaboration and the ability to manage complex projects through implementation. 

 
Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or a related field; master's degree preferred. 
• 3+ years of experience in material flow, logistics, or industrial engineering, preferably in automotive or high-volume manufacturing. 
• Proficient in AutoCAD, simulation tools, ERP systems, and Microsoft Office, especially Excel. 
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills. 
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills. 
• Able to succeed in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment. 

 
Preferred Skills:

• Familiarity with PFEP data, assembly and body shop manufacturing processes, industrial engineering job balancing, internal logistics delivery routes, warehouse management, and ERP systems. 
• Experience with fork-free material delivery strategies, including kitting, sequencing cells, and lean lineside presentation. 
• Familiarity with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and material tracking technologies. 
• Working knowledge of CAD systems, layout drawings, and flow-layout optimization to improve material movement, space utilization, and operational efficiency. 

 
WHAT YOU GET TO DO 

• Support the implementation and optimization of material flow from the warehouse to point of use using lean manufacturing principles. 
• Review, develop, and implement lineside replenishment systems, such as eKanban, with IT to automate material calls and improve delivery efficiency. 
• Maintain material handling layouts that optimize warehouse and production floor space. 
• Lead the implementation of pull systems with balanced inventory levels at each point of use. 
• Manage material handling equipment from procurement through operational deployment, including forklifts, tuggers, AGVs/AGCs, carts, racks, and low-cost automation. 

 
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS 

• Ability to lift up to 35 pounds. 
• Ability to stand, walk, and perform repetitive tasks for extended periods. 

 
Additional Info:
 
At FastTek Global, Our Purpose is Our People and Our Planet. We come to work each day and are reminded we are helping people find their success stories. Also, Doing the right thing is our mantra.  We act responsibly, give back to the communities we serve and have a little fun along the way.
We have been doing this with pride, dedication and plain, old-fashioned hard work for 24 years!
FastTek Global is financially strong, privately held company that is 100% consultant and client focused.
We've differentiated ourselves by being fast, flexible, creative and honest. Throw out everything you've heard, seen, or felt about every other IT Consulting company. We do unique things and we do them for Fortune 10, Fortune 500, and technology start-up companies.
Our benefits are second to none and thanks to our flexible benefit options you can choose the benefits you need or want, options include:
 

• Medical and Dental (FastTek pays majority of the medical program)
• Vision
• Personal Time Off (PTO) Program
• Long Term Disability (100% paid)
• Life Insurance (100% paid)
• 401(k) with immediate vesting and 3% (of salary) dollar-for-dollar match

 
Plus, we have a lucrative employee referral program and an employee recognition culture.
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