Scout Motors
Specialist, Material Flow Assembly
$95K–$120K
Columbia, South Carolina, United States +1 · Full-time · Posted Aug 24, 2026
- Location
- Columbia, South Carolina, United States
Blythewood, SC - Experience
- Minimum of 5 years.
- Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field; an equivalent amount of relevant work experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
About the job
Coordinates and improves assembly material flow, including manual handling, automated transport, route management, and production monitoring, to support safe and efficient manufacturing operations.
What you'll do
- Optimize assembly logistics, material availability, picking, kitting, and delivery; identify bottlenecks and improve performance.
- Plan manual material handling and implement AGV and other in-house logistics solutions integrated with production workflows.
- Use MES and route-management tools to monitor production and material flow, manage changes, ensure compliance, and analyze performance.
What they ask for
- At least 5 years of experience in automotive manufacturing or assembly process coordination, including manual material handling equipment and AGVs.
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field; equivalent relevant work experience may be considered instead.
- Experience with route optimization and traffic management tools/software (e.g., TMS, WMS), JIS logistics, and/or material flow planning.
- Understanding of AEKO Management principles and applicable safety, quality, and regulatory requirements.
Pay
$95,000.00 - $120,000.00 USD base salary
Tools
AGVs, MES (Manufacturing Execution System), TMS, WMS, JIS
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