Sub-Zero Group, Inc.
Staff Engineer - Material Flow
Sub-Zero Group, Inc., Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States, 52404
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Sub-Zero Group, Inc. Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Sub-Zero, Wolf, and Cove —the leading manufacturer of luxury kitchen appliances—is a family-owned company known for craftsmanship, innovation, and integrity. Our products are found in the world’s most luxurious homes, and behind them are teams of people who live our values every day. At our
new Cedar Rapids facility , we’re building something special—a culture rooted in safety, excellence, and ownership. We do what’s right, take pride in our work, and continuously seek to improve. We win together through teamwork, accountability, and a passion for results. And we bring the energy—showing up with a positive mindset and a commitment to creating a workplace where people feel valued and motivated. This newly created role is a unique opportunity to lead the design and optimization of material flow systems for our new manufacturing facility. Whether you aspire to be a technical expert or future leader, this role will position you for long-term growth and development. You’ll work cross-functionally to design efficient material delivery systems, reduce waste, and support a high-performing production environment. Primary Planning And Start-Up Responsibilities Develop and maintain PFEP (Plan for Every Part) spreadsheets to support material planning and delivery. Design and implement call systems (Kanban) to ensure timely and efficient material replenishment. Lead the design and setup of kitting and supermarket systems to streamline material handling. Conduct WIP (Work-In-Process) reduction studies to improve flow and reduce inventory. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design ergonomic and efficient line-side material displays. Support layout planning and material conveyance strategies for new production lines. Provide input to project plans, schedules, and capital budgets related to material flow systems. Primary Ongoing Production Responsibilities Monitor and continuously improve material flow processes to support production efficiency and quality. Analyze production data to identify bottlenecks and lead improvement initiatives. Support the implementation of lean manufacturing principles across material handling systems. Collaborate with production, quality, and engineering teams to troubleshoot and resolve material flow issues. Evaluate and recommend new equipment or systems to enhance material delivery and storage. Maintain documentation and standards for material flow processes and systems. We Value Our Employees By Providing Competitive compensation based on skills Industry leading health, dental, and vision plans Generous 401 (K) savings and profit sharing Education assistance and internal training programs Electric vehicle charging Maternity & paternity leave Interested in learning more on our robust benefits package we offer? Click here! This position requires a pre-employment drug/alcohol test and background check, which will be administered after a conditional job offer is extended. A negative drug/alcohol test result is required for employment. Refusal to take the test or a positive result may disqualify a candidate from further consideration. All drug testing will be conducted in accordance with federal and state laws. Seniority level
Entry level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Management and Manufacturing Industries
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Staff Engineer - Material Flow
role at
Sub-Zero Group, Inc. 2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the
Staff Engineer - Material Flow
role at
Sub-Zero Group, Inc. Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Sub-Zero, Wolf, and Cove —the leading manufacturer of luxury kitchen appliances—is a family-owned company known for craftsmanship, innovation, and integrity. Our products are found in the world’s most luxurious homes, and behind them are teams of people who live our values every day. At our
new Cedar Rapids facility , we’re building something special—a culture rooted in safety, excellence, and ownership. We do what’s right, take pride in our work, and continuously seek to improve. We win together through teamwork, accountability, and a passion for results. And we bring the energy—showing up with a positive mindset and a commitment to creating a workplace where people feel valued and motivated. This newly created role is a unique opportunity to lead the design and optimization of material flow systems for our new manufacturing facility. Whether you aspire to be a technical expert or future leader, this role will position you for long-term growth and development. You’ll work cross-functionally to design efficient material delivery systems, reduce waste, and support a high-performing production environment. Primary Planning And Start-Up Responsibilities Develop and maintain PFEP (Plan for Every Part) spreadsheets to support material planning and delivery. Design and implement call systems (Kanban) to ensure timely and efficient material replenishment. Lead the design and setup of kitting and supermarket systems to streamline material handling. Conduct WIP (Work-In-Process) reduction studies to improve flow and reduce inventory. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design ergonomic and efficient line-side material displays. Support layout planning and material conveyance strategies for new production lines. Provide input to project plans, schedules, and capital budgets related to material flow systems. Primary Ongoing Production Responsibilities Monitor and continuously improve material flow processes to support production efficiency and quality. Analyze production data to identify bottlenecks and lead improvement initiatives. Support the implementation of lean manufacturing principles across material handling systems. Collaborate with production, quality, and engineering teams to troubleshoot and resolve material flow issues. Evaluate and recommend new equipment or systems to enhance material delivery and storage. Maintain documentation and standards for material flow processes and systems. We Value Our Employees By Providing Competitive compensation based on skills Industry leading health, dental, and vision plans Generous 401 (K) savings and profit sharing Education assistance and internal training programs Electric vehicle charging Maternity & paternity leave Interested in learning more on our robust benefits package we offer? Click here! This position requires a pre-employment drug/alcohol test and background check, which will be administered after a conditional job offer is extended. A negative drug/alcohol test result is required for employment. Refusal to take the test or a positive result may disqualify a candidate from further consideration. All drug testing will be conducted in accordance with federal and state laws. Seniority level
Entry level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Management and Manufacturing Industries
Manufacturing Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Sub-Zero Group, Inc. by 2x Material Engineering Co-op (Summer-Fall 2026)
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