Material Flow Engineer

Ford Motor Company

. Develop and implement end-to-end material-flow strategies from receiving docks through storage, marketplaces, kitting, sequencing, and production point of fit.

Posted 10/27/2026full-timeDearborn • Michigan • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $72,480 - $162,120 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing and implementing material-flow strategies, utilizing data analysis and simulation for capacity and route optimization, and leading cross-functional teams to enhance operational efficiency in manufacturing environments.

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Material-Flow StrategiesPlan For Every Part (PFEP)AutoCADLean Material FlowValue Stream Mapping

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Hard Skills

Data AnalysisMaterial-Handling EquipmentLogistics OptimizationPlant Layout DesignCapacity AnalysisProject ManagementLabor AnalysisSimulation TechniquesContinuous ImprovementEconomic Evaluations

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsProblem-SolvingCommunication SkillsInfluencing SkillsCross-Functional Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

Power BIPMHVsAGVsAMRsConveyorsASRS

Industry Keywords

Manufacturing EngineeringIndustrial EngineeringSupply ChainLogisticsAutomotive Manufacturing

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and implement end-to-end material-flow strategies from receiving docks through storage, marketplaces, kitting, sequencing, and production point of fit.
Develop and maintain Plan for Every Part (PFEP) data to determine packaging, storage, inventory, replenishment, equipment, and floor-space requirements.
Support Cycle Line Layout (CLL) development and validate workstation material presentation and replenishment feasibility.
Design marketplaces, sequencing/kitting areas, line-side storage, material routes, and other logistics operating areas.
Develop floor-space and capacity analyses and integrate material-flow requirements into plant layouts using tools such as AutoCAD.
Define manual and powered material-handling requirements, including PMHVs, forklifts, tuggers, AGVs, AMRs, conveyors, and other automation technologies.
Develop material-handling labor requirements, replenishment routes, delivery frequencies, standardized work, and operating concepts.
Establish inventory, storage, call/card, and replenishment strategies that support production while minimizing material handling and excess inventory.
Analyze pedestrian and material-handling traffic, congestion, safety, and ergonomic risks and develop practical countermeasures.
Develop equipment, facility, labor, and investment requirements and evaluate alternatives based on safety, quality, delivery, cost, productivity, and operational flexibility.
Use data analysis and simulation to evaluate capacity, routes, fleet requirements, storage, congestion, and automation opportunities.
Lead material-flow deliverables through program milestones, installation, launch, production stabilization, and plant operational handoff.
Drive continuous improvement by reducing material touches, travel distance, floor-space requirements, inventory, labor, and material-handling waste.
Work cross-functionally with Manufacturing Engineering, Plant MP&L, Production, Supply Chain, Packaging, Industrial Engineering, Ergonomics, Safety, Facilities, Purchasing, suppliers, and equipment integrators.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing or Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain, Logistics, Operations, or related field or equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.
Years of experience in manufacturing, material flow, logistics, industrial engineering, supply chain, or related field.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, project-management, and communication skills.
Ability to work effectively across manufacturing and engineering organizations and influence without direct authority.
Automotive manufacturing or new-model launch experience.
Experience with Value Stream Mapping, PFEP, AutoCAD, Lean material flow, plant layouts, labor analysis, and material-handling equipment.
Experience with PMHVs, AGVs, AMRs, ASRS, conveyors, or material-handling automation.
Experience with material-flow simulation, data analytics, or Power BI.
Experience developing capital requirements, business cases, or economic evaluations.
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Immediate medical, dental, and prescription drug coverage
Flexible family care, parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up childcare and more
Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility treatments, 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 Year’s Day
Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time