Manufacturing & Logistics Engineer
Louth
You will play a vital role in optimizing the entire flow of materials, from supplier to customer, with a strong emphasis on the efficient and innovative design of transport stillages and material handling solutions.
Key Responsibilities
* Develop and lead the overall logistics strategy for materials, encompassing procurement, warehousing, transportation, and distribution.
* Implement lean methodologies (FIFO, JIT, Kanban) to optimize inventory levels and minimize waste.
* Analyze logistics data to identify bottlenecks, inefficiencies, and opportunities for cost reduction.
* Liaise with suppliers, transport providers, and internal stakeholders to optimize the supply chain and ensure timely delivery of materials.
* Work collaboratively with stakeholders to incorporate all relevant factors to determine a Plan for Every Part (PFEP) which determines the warehouse capability required to maintain the manufacturing operation.
* Design and develop innovative transport stillages and packaging solutions to maximize efficiency, minimize waste, and protect products during transit and storage.
* Provide logistics and engineering support to production in the areas of material flow, equipment, assembly aids, and tooling and assist any other duties that may arise that are consistent with the role.
* Pursue continuous improvement initiatives to maximize factory output, reduce costs, and create a world-class manufacturing environment.
* Identify and eliminate short and long-term problems related to material logistics.
Requirements
* Minimum 3-5 years' experience working within an industrial manufacturing and/or logistics engineering environment.
* Degree level in Mechanical/Industrial/Logistics Engineering.
* Working knowledge in using ERP systems, BOM Management and logistics forecast and planning systems.
* Clear understanding of supply chain and logistics data to Identify trends and anomalies with data and draw accurate conclusions.
* Continuous Improvement Mindset.
* Experience in Change Management preferable using Lean Sigma tools and methodologies.
* Lean Six Sigma Green belt