Material Flow and Packaging Specialist

Job Number: 11811

External Description:

About This Role

Responsible for optimizing material flow, packaging, inventory, and logistics operations within a manufacturing environment. This role supports lean production through effective material presentation, packaging design, replenishment systems, warehouse optimization, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Design material flows, picking routes, line-side presentation, and warehouse layouts.
• Develop and implement packaging solutions (reusable and expendable).
• Lead Kanban, replenishment, and inventory optimization initiatives.
• Manage container, rack, and packaging fleets, including maintenance and capital planning.
• Implement reverse logistics programs for returnable containers and racks.
• Support NPI launches and production ramp-ups.
• Collaborate with suppliers to design, source, and deploy packaging solutions.
• Create and maintain packaging standards, work instructions, and best practices.
• Analyze operational data and drive continuous improvement projects.
• Partner with Production, Safety, Engineering, Procurement, and Logistics teams.
• Participate in Kaizen events and Lean initiatives.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Packaging, Logistics or Supply Chain.
• 3+ years of experience in materials, logistics, packaging, or supply chain engineering.
• 2+ years of experience working with material flow and packaging systems.
• 2+ years of experience with data analytics and project management.
• Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with SAP and PLM systems (Windchill preferred).
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Lean Logistics, and Kanban systems.
• Experience designing warehouse layouts, material flows, and line-side presentation systems.
• Vendor management and strategic sourcing experience.
• Strong data analysis and continuous improvement capabilities.
• Knowledge of supply chain strategy and execution.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and 3D CAD software (Creo preferred).

Job Number: 30219536

Community / Marketing Title: Material Flow and Packaging Specialist

Location_formattedLocationLong: North Carolina, US