What are the responsibilities and job description for the Material Flow Engineer II position at Sub-Zero Group, Inc.?
Overview
Sub-Zero, Wolf, and Cove the leading manufacturer of luxury kitchen appliances is a longstanding, family-owned company in the Madison area. Icons of design and paragons of performance and quality, Sub-Zero, Wolf, and Cove are the refrigeration, cooking, and dishwashing specialists found in world’s most luxurious homes. We look for team members who are driven by innovation and excellence, striving to serve our customers by doing what is right—with integrity, teamwork, and accountability.
Sub-Zero Group is seeking a Material Flow Engineer to lead, continuously improve and optimize the movement of materials within the manufacturing plant. You will work cross-functionally with multiple groups to include Engineering and Supply Chain. You will report to the Materials Manager at the Sub-Zero Fitchburg facility.
Growth and development are important aspects of this position. Whether you aspire to be a leader or a technical expert, this position will set you up for success in the future.
Primary Responsibilities
The Material Flow Engineer designs and optimizes the movement of raw materials, parts, and finished goods within a manufacturing facility, ensuring efficient, safe, and cost-effective production. Reduce waste by developing end-to-end material handling processes and designing warehouse layouts. Primary responsibilities will include:
- Process Optimization: Develops dock-to-point-of-use material handling systems, optimizing lineside space utilization and material replenishment.
- Layout Planning: Creates detailed material flow paths, warehouse layouts, and storage solutions using CAD software to enhance efficiency.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborates with Production, Logistics and Supply Chain teams to improve safety, quality and reduce material handling costs.
- Simulation & Analytics: Uses data and simulation software to model material flow and validate labor/equipment requirements.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain Management or Logistics
- 2-6 years in manufacturing industry
- Expertise in Lean Manufacturing Principles, CAD, and Plan For Every Part (PFEP) methodologies
- Proven ability to work cross functionally to achieve common goals
- Ability to support and drive process changes with new product launches, line balancing, etc.
Preferred Qualifications:
- SAP experience
- Strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills
- Experience working with 3PL providers
We value our employees by providing:
- Competitive compensation based on skills
- Industry leading health, dental, and vision plans
- Generous 401 (K) savings and profit sharing
- On-site UW Health clinic, fitness center, and walking paths
- Education assistance and internal training programs
- Electric vehicle charging
- Maternity & paternity leave
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This position requires a pre-employment drug/alcohol test and background check, which will be administered after a conditional job offer is extended. A negative drug/alcohol test result is required for employment. Refusal to take the test or a positive result may disqualify a candidate from further consideration. All drug testing will be conducted in accordance with federal and state laws.