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