October 17, 2026

Job ID:

12062 Lead Manufacturing Engineer

• Material Flow Streetsboro, Ohio 44241 Engineering Direct Hire $125,000 Per Year Apply Now Job Description Lead Manufacturing Engineer
• Material Flow / Internal Logistics
• This is an engineering role (layout/process optimization), not a warehouse manager/supervisor position.
• Vector's partner is seeking a Lead Manufacturing Engineer to own internal plant material flow across the manufacturing facility
• connecting receiving
• storage
• line-side/kitting
• production
• shipping.

This is a hands-on engineering role focused on layout and process design, material handling strategy, and end-to-end implementation for multi-million-dollar projects that support production. Direct Hire 8a-5p Up to $125k/year, depending on experience What you'll own (scope & outcomes) In this role, you'll lead projects from concept through implementation with goals such as: improving material availability at point-of-use and reducing production downtime reducing material travel distance and non-value-added handling improving pick/kitting accuracy and internal logistics flow increasing space utilization / storage density standardizing processes, labeling, and traceability to strengthen inventory accuracy

Responsibilities:

Improve material flow between receiving, warehouse storage, production lines, and shipping. Develop and maintain standard material handling processes including receiving, put-away, picking, kitting, replenishment, and shipping. Implement line-side material presentation strategies to support efficient production operations. Identify and eliminate inefficiencies in warehouse processes, picking methods, and internal logistics workflows. Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on reducing material travel distance, improving pick accuracy, and optimizing warehouse throughput. Apply Lean tools such as 5S, Kaizen, and value-stream mapping to warehouse and material handling operations. Collaborate with materials and planning teams to resolve inventory discrepancies, shortages, and replenishment delays. Support ERP/MRP system accuracy, including location control, part classification, and warehouse transactions. Analyze material demand patterns and storage requirements to improve stocking strategies and warehouse capacity planning. Evaluate and implement material handling equipment including racks, carts, pallet flow systems, conveyors, and kitting solutions. Develop efficient kitting and staging processes to support assembly operations. Improve pallet storage density and warehouse capacity utilization. Develop and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) for warehouse operations. Create visual standards, process documentation, and training materials for warehouse personnel. Standardize location management and labeling systems to improve material traceability.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.

AUTOCAD & VIZIO

experience are required Experience in warehouse operations, logistics, or material handling engineering within a manufacturing environment, with 5-7 years of experience is preferred. Strong knowledge of inventory management, warehouse layout design, and material flow optimization. Experience with ERP/MRP systems and warehouse location management. Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement tools. Experience with warehouse storage systems, pallet racking, and material handling equipment. #IND102 Apply For This Job Apply For This Job Via "

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