Logistics Engineer

stratasys•Hopkins, MN

1d•$64,452 - $100,000

About The Position

The Logistics Engineer designs, optimizes, and sustains the flow of raw materials from receiving and storage to the production line. Partnering with Warehouse Operations, Inventory Control, Production, Quality, and Supply Chain, this role ensures materials are delivered accurately, on time, and at the lowest total cost—supporting manufacturing efficiency and inventory accuracy. This position drives material flow design, replenishment strategy, data-based process improvements, and system configuration across warehouse and production operations.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial, Logistics, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field
3+ years of experience supporting material movement, warehouse operations, replenishment, or production in a manufacturing environment
Experience working in manufacturing or warehouse settings with a focus on material flow and inventory control
Working knowledge of ERP and/or WMS systems and their impact on physical material flow
Proficient in Excel for data analysis and reporting (pivot tables, formulas, basic analytics)
Strong understanding of material flow, replenishment strategies, and inventory best practices
Proven ability to analyze operational data and implement process improvements
Ability to safely operate or support the use of powered industrial equipment as needed

Nice To Haves

APICS certification (CPIM, CSCP, CLTD) or equivalent supply chain/operations credential
Experience with ERP and WMS systems in a manufacturing environment (Oracle Inventory preferred)
Hands-on experience designing or supporting material flow, replenishment systems, and line-side inventory
Experience with kanban, min/max, kitting, and pull-based replenishment methods
Familiarity with barcode scanning, LPNs, or RFID for inventory accuracy and traceability
Ability to safely operate or support powered industrial equipment for process validation and investigations
Strong computer skills, including advanced Excel, ERP systems, and data analysis tools
Experience leading or supporting Lean or continuous improvement initiatives
Lean Six Sigma Green Belt preferred
Experience supporting new product introductions (NPI) or production launches
Exposure to automation or advanced material handling systems

Responsibilities

Design, analyze, and optimize the physical flow of raw materials from receiving and warehouse locations to production lines
Develop and maintain replenishment strategies (kanban, min/max, supermarkets, line-side stocking, milk runs) to support production demand
Define material presentation standards at point-of-use to improve safety, ergonomics, and line efficiency
Analyze production demand, takt times, and consumption patterns to size inventory buffers and replenishment frequencies
Identify and eliminate material-related constraints, shortages, and line stoppages through root cause analysis
Partner with Warehouse Operations and Production teams to ensure replenishment execution aligns with engineered processes
Support new product introductions, line launches, and production layout changes from a material flow perspective
Configure, maintain, and optimize ERP/WMS parameters related to inventory locations, replenishment triggers, and material movements
Ensure system transactions accurately reflect physical material flow and inventory status
Analyze inventory accuracy, replenishment performance, and material movement data to identify improvement opportunities
Support barcode, LPN, RFID, and scanning processes to improve traceability and transactional accuracy
Lead or support continuous improvement initiatives, Kaizen events, and standard work development related to material flow
Develop and track KPIs related to material availability, line-side inventory accuracy, and replenishment efficiency
Provide engineering support to warehouse and replenishment teams during peak periods, system changes, or process transitions
Collaborate cross-functionally with Production, Inventory Control, Quality, Supply Chain, and IT teams
Support training and change management for new material flow processes, layouts, and systems
Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and operational standards within warehouse and production environments
Demonstrate commitment to company values and continuous improvement behaviors
Perform other related duties as assigned