Material Flow Engineer

Hamilton, Ohio, United States — thyssenkrupp Bilstein of America Inc


Type of contract:Full-time, Permanent
Experience level:Professionals
Remote work:Not available
Job field:Supply Chain
Status:Ongoing recruitment, entry date flexible
Posting date:2026/10/22
Job number:US_RS_08650
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Your responsibilities

Summary:

Provides expertise in the design and flow of material throughout a manufacturing environment. Develops strategies, designs layout and monitors material availability, including cart and racking designs, material conversions, packaging equipment procurement lifecycle and quality and regulatory compliance.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Lead optimization projects in the area of supply chain management (production planning and forecasting, warehouse processes, inventory management, order management, master data standardization, etc.)
  • Designs and implements material delivery solutions for new projects, recurrent problems and continuous improvement of processes. (Kanban, Order related etc...)
  • Ensures that in SAP raw materials and semi-finished products have IM/WM settings to implement the chosen logistics concept
  • Ensure that in SAP semi-finished and finished products have implemented IM/WM/PP settings to implement the production planning and interoperability transfer strategy.
  • According to production planning and line feeding strategies, organizes and marks the logistic areas of the lines
  • Monitors that the supply of raw materials and semi-finished products to the production lines meets requirements. (Kanban, Order related etc...) Makes necessary changes to the material flow based on production throughput.
  • Increase of parts/packaging density, optimization of parts protection, packaging modification for internal material flow.
  • Analysis of the structure of the entire material flow, and construction of logistic concepts with consideration to the existing projects in the plant (tugger train concept and route optimization, full pallet vs KLT line feeding, Kanban structure)
  • Manages work instructions for production operator training on material movement processes. (Kanban, Reservation, Returns)
  • Coordinates and conducts testing of packaging designs in conjunction with quality assurance, internal customer requirements and method of transport to ensure integrity of product and ergonomics for the operators.
  • Provides direction in support of initiatives for the re-use, recycling and disposal of packaging materials in Bilstein facilities.
  • Defines, quotes and manages new racking requirements/ installation new business and layout changes.
  • Supports Quality in the research and correction of field quality problems with component packaging.

Your profile

Qualifications & Experience:

  • Bachelor's Degree in Industrial or supply chain engineering or related field.
  • Working knowledge and experience of packaging engineering in the automotive industry.
  • Thorough knowledge of supply chain and ERP systems (SAP is a plus).
  • Demonstrated understanding of Lean Logistics and Manufacturing concepts (APICS-CPIM Certification is desirable).
  • Strong knowledge and understanding of supply chain, transportation and logistics concepts in an automotive environment.
  • Proven experience managing and delivering complex projects within scope, budget and on time.
  • Ability to read/create technical drawings and specifications.
  • Understanding on ergonomics and safety standards in a manufacturing environment.
  • Proven experience independently performing calculation and evaluation of packaging fleet sizes.
  • Strong problem solving and decision making skills including formalized methodologies.
  • Knowledgeable of APQP core tools: FMEA, SPC and PPAP.
  • Knowledge and ability to create value stream mapping.
  • Knowledge and ability to synthesize new and emerging technologies into manageable and practical applications.
  • Strong interpersonal, communication and presentation skills (oral, written, and listening).
  • Independent & organized work style with the ability to effectively manage time, prioritize work responsibilities, assume and manage multiple tasks without close supervision, and meet deadlines.

The [above] is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Your benefits

Bilstein has great benefits to offer!

  • A state-of-the-art OE manufacturing plant with a strong focus on safety and cleanliness.
  • Multiple competitive Health, Dental & Vision Coverage options.
  • 401K matching program.
  • Paid time off + 13 paid holidays.
  • Paid volunteer hours.
  • Tuition reimbursement program.
  • Gym reimbursement.
  • Company-paid short-term disability and life insurance.
  • Internal growth opportunities.
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
  • Discounted BILSTEIN products.

Contact

We only accept online applications submitted through the 'Apply Now' button on this job posting. You can find all current job openings on our career site at: https://jobs.thyssenkrupp.com/en Thank you for your interest in joining our team!

Notices:

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Important to us

Health and Wellness

Health & Safety

Highest health & safety standards and a wide range of health promotion and healthcare activities.

Highest health & safety standards and a wide range of health promotion and healthcare activities.

Pension and Retirement

Pension

We have various financial models to give you individual support.

We have various financial models to give you individual support.

Collaboration and Teamwork

Collaboration

Collegiality is of huge importance – we treat everyone with respect and appreciation.

Collegiality is of huge importance – we treat everyone with respect and appreciation.

Professional Development

Development

Training and education programs to help you develop professionally and personally.

Training and education programs to help you develop professionally and personally.

Compensation and Salary

Compensation & benefits

Fair working conditions and competitive pay are an important basis for us.

Fair working conditions and competitive pay are an important basis for us.

Diversity and Inclusion

Diversity

We promote an open and tolerant work culture.

We promote an open and tolerant work culture.

Work-Life Balance

Work-Life Balance

Work-Life Balance: we guarantee regular working hours to support work-life balance.

Work-Life Balance: we guarantee regular working hours to support work-life balance.

Creative and Innovation

Creative leeway

We offer a work environment in which you can try out new solutions in a no blame culture.

We offer a work environment in which you can try out new solutions in a no blame culture.

Vacation and Time Off

Vacation and paid time off

Vacation and paid time off: Paid vacation, sick leave and personal days.

Vacation and paid time off: Paid vacation, sick leave and personal days.

Sustainability and Environment

Sustainability

We act with responsibility and environmental awareness. We support sociopolitical initiatives and focus on resource efficiency.

We act with responsibility and environmental awareness. We support sociopolitical initiatives and focus on resource efficiency.

Onboarding and Training

Onboarding

Onboarding: individual and personal support to help you get started in your new job.

Onboarding: individual and personal support to help you get started in your new job.

We value diversity

thyssenkrupp Bilstein of America, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, including people with disabilities and veterans.

Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. For those requiring assistance completing the application or the application process and request information relating to the need for accommodation, please contact reasonableaccommodation@thyssenkrupp.com.

Company

thyssenkrupp Bilstein of America, Inc. is a world class manufacturer of suspension solutions headquartered in Hamilton, Ohio USA. thyssenkrupp Bilstein of America supplies products to a wide range of Original Equipment Automotive Manufacturers as well as Aftermarket and Motorsports customers. Our Aftermarket operations are based out of Poway, CA and our Motorsports operations are based out of Mooresville, NC.

For decades, the name BILSTEIN has been synonymous with high tech in suspension design, driving comfort, and safety. In order to expand this position BILSTEIN became a division of thyssenkrupp Technologies AG in 1988, and a wholly owned subsidiary in 2005. This partnership has enabled us to continue the BILSTEIN tradition of excellence.

From receiving your documents to acceptance: the application process

Step 1

Online application

Have you found an interesting vacancy? Then apply online. You won’t need more than 10 minutes. The entire application process – from initial contact to response – usually takes between four and six weeks.

Step 2

Receipt of your application

You will receive confirmation that we have received your application – within a few minutes if you apply online; it may take a couple of days if you apply by email. Our recruiters check your application documents and get in touch with you. For some positions we will conduct a preliminary telephone interview with you.

Step 3

Review by functional department

Our recruiter submits a preliminary selection of candidates to the specialist department for consideration. The department will then look closely to check whether your qualifications meet the requirements of the job.

Step 4

Interview

If you are a suitable candidate for the job, we’d like to get to know you personally in an interview with the specialist department and HR. If you or we need more time, we'll invite you to a second interview.

Step 5

The offer

Once we have agreed the contractual details, we will send you an employment contract. We will of course also let you know if your application is not successful.

Step 6

Starting out with us

Finally the time has come: welcome to thyssenkrupp!

Step 7

Onboarding

When you sign your contract you take your first step into one of the world’s biggest companies. We’re there to support you – right from the start.

Notes on application

You will have submitted your online application to thyssenkrupp in no time! As long as the position is available on our career page, you have the opportunity to apply.

We have adapted the application process to the current situation and conduct our interviews by video (not in the U.S.), telephone and also personally - in compliance with the applicable and necessary distance and hygienic rules. You will receive detailed information on this topic from our recruiting experts during the application process, while you can find general information and application tips here finden.

Further information about thyssenkrupp, our products and locations can be found directly on the company website.

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