Kohler Hiring for Logistics Engineer at Casa Grande, AZ, United States Full Time

Logistics Engineer

Work Mode : Onsite

We are growing! Kohler has begun construction on a new 1 million-square-foot manufacturing facility on 200 acres in the industrial corridor of Casa Grande, AZ.

We are looking for passionate talent to join our leadership team. This role will be based at our Casa Grande facility once it is open.

The role will work mostly onsite leading up to the opening.

Location : Onsite at Casa Grande, AZ

Opportunity

Our Logistics Engineer (Supply Chain & Material Flow Engineer) is a member of the Casa Grande Vikrell (CGV) Supply Chain operation organization.

In this role, you will be responsible for designing and facilitating the predictable, flexible, and efficient flow of parts and materials through the entire Supply Chain process.

You will also analyze the overall Supply Chain operations, conveyance, and intra-logistics strategy to maximize the process efficiency and productivity, development, and sustainment of a Plan for Every Part (PFEP).

As the Supply Chain and Material Flow Engineer you will also have the responsibility of designing, developing, and improving the Supply Chain material flow, end to end, as well as the full conveyance processes, layouts, and systems readiness.

Your Technical Responsibilities :

• Design, develop, improve the supply chain material flow, including warehouse, intra-logistics, conveyance processes, layouts, and systems readiness for the new Casa Grande facility.
• Support day-to-day supply chain operations throughout the entire process by using the Bills of Materials (BOMs), demand requirements.

and engineering specifications to facilitate the correct time, quantity, quality, and delivery of parts needed at each workstation and during each stage of assembly.

• Ensure deployment of best practices from other Kohler plants regarding material flow, warehouse, Kanban, supermarkets, conveyance, and line feeding activities.
• Develop and maintain the PFEP for all materials (finished goods, components & purchased parts).
• Analyze, define, design, and optimize routing for every part to minimize delays, disruption, and waste.
• Design, implement, and maintain the material flow within the facility by troubleshooting and preventing material shortages or bottlenecks by determining causes and designing, testing, validating, and implementing solutions through a Continuous Improvement and Lean approach.
• Ensure AGV (automated guided vehicle) routes are defined and work properly and efficiently.
• Ensure that parts delivered by suppliers meet design specifications before entering assembly process; implement procedures and / or tracking for addressing non-conforming materials / parts.
• Design supermarket, Kanban, smart-buffers, and other advanced material storage or replenishment solutions for Lean material storage, put away, picking and kitting processes.
• Identify and improve cost / waste reduction opportunities through Continuous Improvement (CI) and Lean approaches.
• Define the best internal and purchased components packaging design.
• Generate or adapt equipment and technology to serve user needs.
• Design areas, warehouses, layouts, drawings, and material flow models with techniques, tools, & CI principles.
• Implement 5S principles and visual management to improve material staging, flow, and delivery practices, including developing adjustments or improvements to storage, inventory facilities, equipment, and processes.
• Plan, organize, and lead the supply chain engineering design and material flow for the development of new products or product changes.

Other Responsibilities :

• Promote and enhance safety and ergonomics of materials department.
• Improve end-to-end material flow applying lean principles and business excellence tools.
• Ensure the Kohler Material management System (KMMS) and Kohler Product Flow System (KPFS) are correctly implemented in the Casa Grande Vikrell facility and obtain the relevant certifications.
• Support and drive improvement and Lean supply chain initiatives.

Skills / Requirements

• A bachelors degree in an engineering discipline from an ABET accredited engineering OR engineering technology program; Logistics, Industrial, or Mechanical Engineering preferred.
• 5+ years progressive experience in the Supply Chain / Logistics field.
• 2+ years direct experience in Supply Chain engineering processes, including material flow, continuous improvement, and PFEP.
• Expertise in SAP for Logistics and Materials is required.
• Extensive knowledge of the practical application of engineering science, data science, and technology is required, including applying principles, techniques, procedures, data analysis, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services.
• A working knowledge of data analytics tools such as Tableau, PowerBI, and / or Microsoft Access is highly desired.
• Proven ability to design material routes, supermarket, min-max and other Lean manufacturing materials flow solution.
• A Continuous Improvement certification or background is necessary to be successful in this role.
• A working knowledge of AutoCAD is a plus.
• Previous experience working on a greenfield manufacturing project is a plus.
• Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacturing, material flow, and distribution of goods.
• The ability to travel, on occasion, for training and business purposes.

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We will consider applicants requiring sponsorship for this opportunity.

The salary range for this position is $87,450 – $111,100. The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidates experience, their education, and the work location.

Available benefits include medical, dental, vision & 401k.

Why Work at Kohler Co.?

Kohler Co.’s mission is to contribute to a higher level of gracious living for those who are touched by our products and services.

We understand that it takes investment in our associates development to make that happen. So, we offer ongoing investment in each individuals personal development and the opportunity to collaborate with others across functions and roles at Kohler.

In addition to the investment in your development, Kohler offers a benefits package including a competitive salary, health, vision, dental, 401(k) with company matching, and more!

About Us

Beyond the competitive benefits and compensation, Kohler proudly offers a rich history, steeped in creativity and a commitment to our associates and communities.

We invite you to learn more about our culture and company at www.kohlercompany.com .

It is Kohlers policy to recruit, hire, and promote qualified personnel in all job classifications without regard to race, creed, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.

If, as an individual with a disability, you need reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact kohlerjobs@kohler.

com . Kohler Co. is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer.

We invite you to learn more about equal employment opportunity by reviewing the FederalEEO is the Law (https : / / www.dol.

gov / ofccp / regs / compliance / posters / pdf / eeopost.pdf) and theEEO is the Law Supplement (https : / / www.dol.gov / ofccp / regs / compliance / posters / pdf / eeopost.pdf) .