Senior Material Flow Engineer

Position Summary

As our Sr. Material Flow Engineer, you’ll lead the design of material flow systems that support the movement of material (including large, heavy components) between our adjacent warehouse and production line using tuggers and tugger carts. You’ll establish decanting processes for staging components in totes compatible with gravity flow racks and engineer line-side presentation fixtures that support repeatable and ergonomic assembly of large-scale products. This is a hands-on, highly collaborative role that’s ideal for someone with experience in large-format manufacturing environments.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Design and implement the material flow system between the warehouse (next door) and the production line using tugger vehicles and carts.
• Develop a decanting operation for transferring parts from bulk packaging into totes that integrate with gravity flow racks.
• Design line-side presentation fixtures to ensure ergonomic, efficient, and standardized part access for operators.
• Create material delivery schedules and replenishment strategies optimized for repeatable builds and fixed takt times.
• Map out physical flows, tugger routes, staging areas, and line-side inventory zones.
• Specify and oversee the procurement of material handling equipment, racks, carts, bins, and fixtures.
• Collaborate with operations, engineering, and supply chain teams to ensure material presentation supports efficient, high-yield assembly.
• Develop clear documentation including process flow diagrams, layout drawings, SOPs, and visual standards.
• Monitor and continuously improve material movement efficiency using data-driven methods.
• Train team members on material handling processes, safety practices, and standard work procedures.

Key Qualifications

• • Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field.
  • 4-8 years of experience in material flow, manufacturing engineering, or logistics in a low-mix or repetitive production environment.
  • Solid understanding of lean manufacturing principles, standard work, and just-in-time delivery.
  • Experience designing decanting stations and line-side presentation solutions.
  • Proficiency in layout design tools (AutoCAD, SketchUp, or equivalent).
  • Familiarity with tugger systems, kanban, and flow rack configurations.
  • Strong analytical and organizational skills.
  • Clear communication and documentation abilities.

Additional Qualifications Desired

• Experience in assembly line setup or re-layouts in low-mix production environments.
• Experience working with large, heavy, or oversized products or components is strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with ERP or WMS systems.
• Ability to model or simulate material flow using basic tools or software.

Work Location:  Onsite - San Jose, CA

Salary Range:  $140,000 USD - $180,000 USD

Salary Basis:  Annual

Please note that the salary range listed above reflects Antora Energy's estimated pay for this position. The actual salary offered will be within the posted range and determined based on several factors including but not limited to a candidate's experiences, credentials and expertise, as they pertain to the position's requirements.

In addition to a competitive base salary, Antora Energy’s Total Rewards program includes equity compensation in the form of stock options, a premium health benefits package with life and disability insurance, a 401K plan with employer contributions, flexible spending accounts, and an industry leading paid-time-off policy that features flexible and inclusive holiday observance, as well as paid volunteer time off.

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