Logistics Engineer 

LOCATION: Bowling Green / Kentucky (US-KY), United States | BRAND: Bendix | REQUISITION ID: 9676 | JOB GRADE: 0  

| ON-SITE/REMOTE: On-site 

Want to help shape tomorrow?  At Bendix we’ve been doing it for 90 years…setting the standard with advanced dynamic solutions that drive improved commercial vehicle performance and safety.  We’re part of the Knorr-Bremse Group, the global leader in braking technologies. As part of our team, you’ll collaborate with a world of talented and dedicated colleagues whose sense of purpose complements your own. You’ll find rewarding opportunities, diverse experiences, partnerships, and an unwavering commitment to ethics and integrity. Innovation is part of our DNA. Achievement drives our culture. Learn more today! www.bendix.com/careers

JOB DESCRIPTION:

POSITION SUMMARY:

This person is responsible for managing and optimizing material flow throughout the Bowling Green operations. Must be capable of collaborating with cross-functional teams and department leaders to address concerns and issues that affect material flow, production efficiency, continuous improvement, etc. The Logistics Engineer will also have exceptional interpersonal, organizational, and management skills, demonstrating the ability to be an innovator and change agent.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Manages the flow of material from suppliers to production for all operations of the Bowling Green site.
• Partners with Materials and Operations to develop and implement solutions for optimizing material presentation to maximize flow through the plant and line productivity.
• Drives implementation of standard containerization throughout all operations.
• Researches and Benchmarks best practices in industry related to logistics and material flow.
• Ensures Bowling Green site inventory accuracy and cycle count program complies with corporate policies including tracking and reporting duties.
• Oversees onsite third party logistics personnel and facilitates transportation projects and changes implemented via third party logistics provider for the Bowling Green site.
• Drives operations to ensure safety, quality, delivery, productivity, and budget goals are achieved.
• Evaluates logistics constraints and implements Lean Manufacturing techniques to improve capacities.
• Works closely with Manufacturing Engineering to define and implement cost-effective continuous improvement projects.
• Promotes and drives the organization’s vision and utilization of Knorr Production System (Lean Manufacturing) methodologies.
• Champions change and facilitates team related functions to improve the business performance.
• Uses problem solving methods and innovation to drive continuous improvement.
• Ensures compliance TS16949 standards.
• Ensures compliance with all Product Safety Procedure requirements; fully understands and ensures compliance with Product Safety Escalation Process.
• Supports and adheres to the company environmental, health, and safety policies and procedures.
• Performs other duties as requested, directed, or assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Requires a Bachelor degree in engineering or similar field.
• Requires at least three years of experience working in Logistics in a Lean Manufacturing environment.
• Working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing techniques with emphasis on Standardized Work, Continuous Improvement, 5S, and JIT principles is required.
• Green or Black Belt Certification preferred.
• Must have the ability to multitask.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain courteous, cooperative relations when interacting with other personnel and the public.
• Demonstrated analytical ability necessary to perform calculations, interpret data, diagnose problems with equipment, and solve problems is required.
• Strong Verbal and Written Communication Skills are required.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite is required.  Prior experience using SAP is preferred.
• Demonstrated experience in motivating and leading people, driving a positive work environment.
• Must be able to follow instructions, safety rules and regulations.
• Possible weekend work and overtime required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

In performing the essential elements of this position the following physical activities are required. The activities are measured in the amount of on-the-job time that is spent performing these activities.

Please note: At this time,  we are not able to offer immigration sponsorship for new hires. All applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for current orThe anticipated salary range for candidates who will work in Bowling Green, KY is $65,100-$97,700 per year. The final pay offered to a successful candidate will be dependent on several factors that may include but are not limited to the type and years of experience within the job, the type of years and experience within the industry and education.Bendix is a multi-state employer, and this pay scale may not reflect positions that work in other states or locations. Provided they meet all eligibility requirements under the applicable plan documents, employees (and their eligible dependents) will be eligible to enroll in group healthcare plans that offer medical, dental, vision, and basic life and disability insurance. Employees also will be able to enroll in our company’s 401k plan. Employees will also receive 120 hours of vacation leave and 40 hours of Personal Paid Absence every year. Employees will also enjoy 12 paid holidays, and 1 floating holiday throughout the calendar year, subject to relevant terms outlined in the employee handbook. 6 weeks of paid parental leave will also be available for use. Requirements for these benefits will be controlled by applicable plan documents and policies. Employees working on federal contracts covered by the Federal Paid Sick Leave requirements will be notified and will receive benefits consistent and compliant with the FPSL requirements. Hired applicant will be able to purchase company stock, subject to the relevant plan documents and annual bonuses based on achievement of certain metrics of up to 4% of annual salary. This is intended to provide a general description of benefits and other compensation and is not a substitute for applicable plan documents or company policies. Applications for this position are accepted on an ongoing basis.  future employment-based visa sponsorship. 

EOE-Disability/Veterans

What does Bendix have to offer you? 
- Work/life balance that includes Paid Vacation & Holiday Paid Time Off 
- 401k Plan with Company matching 
- Retirement Savings Plan
- Educational Assistance Program (Tuition Reimbursement)
- Wellness Program and incentives
- Hybrid Work policy
- On-Site Fitness Center
- On-Site Cafeteria with Healthy menu options
- Health and Welfare Insurance Benefits that start on your 1st day of employment:

Company-Paid Benefits:
- Basic Life Insurance
- Basic Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
- Short Term Disability
- Business Travel Accident Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Voluntary Employee-Paid Benefits:
- Medical and Prescription insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Supplemental Life Insurance Plans
- Supplemental AD&D insurance for Employee and Family
- Long Term Disability
- Accident Plan
- Critical Illness Plan
- Hospital Indemnity Plan
- Legal
- Identity Theft and Fraud Protection 

Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.