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Material Flow & Logistics Specialist

CAD Engineering Resources

Sterling Heights, MI

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$21–$22 Per Hour
SKILLS
Cargo/Freight, Communication Skills, Continuous Improvement, Corporate Policies, Cost Control, Cross-Functional, Data Analysis, Documentation, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), FIFO, High School Diploma, Inventory Cycle Counts, Inventory Levels, Inventory Management, Lean Manufacturing, Logistics, Maintain Compliance, Material Process Control, Materials Analysis, Materials Planning, Materials Tracking, Microsoft Excel, Multitasking, Operational Support, Operations Planning, Organizational Skills, Performance Analysis, Performance Metrics, Plan Meetings, Problem Solving Skills, Process Analysis, Process Flow, Production Schedule, Production Support, Production Systems, Purchasing/Procurement, Regulations, Reporting Dashboards, Safety Standards, Supply Chain, Time Management, Warehousing
LOCATION
Sterling Heights, MI
POSTED
3 days ago
Material Flow & Logistics Specialist - Fraser, Michigan
Temporary One-Month Assignment
Pay Rate: $21.00-$22.00 per hour


Available Shifts :
A Shift: Monday-Friday 6:00am to 2:00pm (OT/weekends are mandatory as scheduled)
B Shift: Monday-Friday 2:00pm to 10:00pm (OT/weekends are mandatory as scheduled)
C Shift: Sunday-Thursday 10:00pm to 6:00am (OT/weekends are mandatory as scheduled)


Position Summary of Material Flow & Logistics Specialist:
The Material Flow & Logistics Specialist is responsible for coordinating the movement, storage, and distribution of materials throughout the supply chain and production environment. This role ensures efficient material flow, inventory accuracy, and on-time delivery while supporting operational productivity, cost control, and continuous improvement initiatives.


Key Responsibilities of Material Flow & Logistics Specialist:
  • Coordinate inbound and outbound material movement to support production schedules and customer requirements
  • Monitor inventory levels and maintain accurate material tracking within ERP/WMS systems
  • Analyze material flow processes to identify bottlenecks, inefficiencies, and cost-saving opportunities
  • Collaborate with purchasing, production, warehousing, and transportation teams to ensure timely availability of materials
  • Schedule and oversee shipments with carriers, suppliers, and internal logistics teams
  • Maintain compliance with company policies, safety standards, and shipping regulations
  • Support cycle counts, inventory audits, and reconciliation activities
  • Develop and maintain logistics documentation, reports, and KPI dashboards
  • Assist in implementing lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives
  • Resolve material shortages, shipping discrepancies, and logistics-related issues in a timely manner
  • Track logistics performance metrics including inventory accuracy, freight costs, delivery performance, and throughput efficiency
  • Participate in cross-functional planning meetings to support operational goals

Qualifications of Material Flow & Logistics Specialist:
  • High School Diploma required, Associate degree preferred
  • 2 years of experience in logistics, warehouse operations, material planning, or supply chain coordination
  • Strong understanding of inventory control and material handling processes
  • Experience with ERP, MRP, or Warehouse Management Systems
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and data analysis tools
  • Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
  • Knowledge of lean manufacturing, FIFO principles, and continuous improvement methodologies is preferred



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