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Sub-Zero Group, Inc. · 4 months ago

Staff Engineer - Material Flow

Cedar Rapids, IA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

5+ years exp

Sub-Zero Group, Inc. is a leading manufacturer of luxury kitchen appliances, known for craftsmanship and innovation. They are seeking a Staff Engineer - Material Flow to lead the design and optimization of material flow systems for their new manufacturing facility, focusing on efficiency, waste reduction, and supporting a high-performing production environment.

Consumer GoodsFood and BeverageHome AppliancesManufacturing

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain PFEP (Plan for Every Part) spreadsheets to support material planning and delivery

Design and implement call systems (Kanban) to ensure timely and efficient material replenishment

Lead the design and setup of kitting and supermarket systems to streamline material handling

Conduct WIP (Work-In-Process) reduction studies to improve flow and reduce inventory

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design ergonomic and efficient line-side material displays

Support layout planning and material conveyance strategies for new production lines

Provide input to project plans, schedules, and capital budgets related to material flow systems

Monitor and continuously improve material flow processes to support production efficiency and quality

Analyze production data to identify bottlenecks and lead improvement initiatives

Support the implementation of lean manufacturing principles across material handling systems

Collaborate with production, quality, and engineering teams to troubleshoot and resolve material flow issues

Evaluate and recommend new equipment or systems to enhance material delivery and storage

Maintain documentation and standards for material flow processes and systems

Qualification

Material flow systemsPFEP developmentLean manufacturing principlesKanban systemsWIP reduction techniquesLayout planningSafety risk assessmentsMESERP systemsCross-functional collaborationEffective communication

Required

Minimum of 5 years in a manufacturing or industrial engineering role, with a focus on material flow systems

Experience with PFEP development, Kanban systems, and lean material handling strategies

Strong understanding of kitting, supermarkets, and WIP reduction techniques

Proficiency in layout planning and ergonomic design for line-side material presentation

Ability to work cross-functionally and communicate effectively across all levels of the organization

Bachelors or better in Industrial Engineering or related field

Bachelors or better in Engineering or related field

Preferred

Knowledge of safety risk assessments and validation processes

Familiarity with time standards and work instruction development

Experience with MES and ERP systems

Benefits

Competitive compensation based on skills

Industry leading health, dental, and vision plans

Generous 401 (K) savings and profit sharing

Education assistance and internal training programs

Electric vehicle charging

Maternity & paternity leave

Company

Sub-Zero Group, Inc.

Icons of design and paragons of performance, Sub-Zero, Wolf, and Cove are the refrigeration, cooking, and dishwashing specialists found in the world’s most luxurious homes.

Founded in 1945

Madison, Wisconsin, USA

1001-5000 employees