Material Optimization Specialist

Job Description

Position Overview

The Material Optimization Specialist will be responsible for maximizing material usage, minimizing waste and ensuring cost efficiency throughout the manufacturing process. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of sheet metal fabrication, nesting software and lean manufacturing principles.

Position Qualifications

Education: High school diploma or GED

Experience: Two or more years of experience in sheet metal manufacturing, ERP/MRP systems and production scheduling tools and knowledge of sustainability and waste reduction initiatives in manufacturing.

Duties and Responsibilities

Analyze production data to identify material usage trends, inefficiencies and opportunities for improvement

Develop and implement optimization strategies for raw material usage, particularly sheet metal.

Utilize nesting software (e.g. Dr. Abe, VPSS 4ie or similar) to plan cutting layouts for maximum yield and minimum scrap.

Collaborate with engineering and production teams to align cutting plans with product specifications and production schedules.

Work closely with CNC programmers relating to new programs, tooling, revisions and any issues that arise.

Monitor inventory levels and material usage in real time, ensuring optimal stock levels without over-ordering.

Continuously review and improve nesting techniques, part layouts and scrap recovery strategies.

Competencies

Analytical - Synthesizes complex or diverse information.

Problem solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner and gathers and analyzes information skillfully

Creativity - Able to propose creative solutions to add value to Milbank’s environment.

Communication - Able to clearly express self and is polite and respectful to supervisors, peers and co-workers.

Teamwork - Works effectively with others in a team environment.

Hours: Regular 40-hour workweek. Overtime as needed.

Working Conditions: Office setting

Full-time