Associate Industrial Engineer (Finance)

GENERAL NATURE OF POSITION:

As an Industrial Engineer you are responsible for Development and implementation of programs designed to improve overall operational effectiveness. The IE will analyze and improve distribution center processes by designing facility layout, optimizing product flows and identifying areas for efficiency gains.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS, INCLUDE, BUT NOT LIMITED TO

Engineering (IE), Continuous Improvement (CI), or Operational Excellence (OpEx). This position emphasizes optimizing facility performance, engaging in Lean and Six Sigma methodologies, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Key elements include:

Facility Optimization: Improving systems, safety, and quality within the Distribution Center (DC).

Collaboration: Partnering with Operations leadership to prioritize and drive improvements that benefit the customer experience.

Continuous Improvement Leadership: Creating and leading projects with Lean and Six Sigma methodologies to address gaps and improve processes.

Process Analysis: In-depth analysis of complex processes to identify improvement opportunities.

Team Leadership: Facilitating business teams and developing team members by recognizing strong performers and coaching others to improve.

Green Initiatives: Supporting environmental sustainability efforts in line with corporate goals.

Safety and Efficiency: Ensuring that operations run safely and efficiently.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Certifications:

• Bachelor's degree in industrial/system engineering or equivalent professional experience
• Pre-Determined Time Study Development Experience is preferred
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Certification is preferred.

Work Experience:

• 3-5 years of experience in the development of pre-determined labor standards.
• Labor management implementation and productivity reporting
• 3-5 years of experience in optimizing fulfillment and distribution warehouse operations
• Knowledge and or working experience with automation (Autostore, Exotec, Caja).
• Extensive knowledge and use of AutoCad
• Experience writing SQL queries to extract data from WMS
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in terms of being clear
• Experience in facility and process redesign and implementation

Skills/Competencies:

SPECIAL SKILLS/REQUIREMENTS:

• Strong leadership skills with the ability to positively influence others & manage change.
• Strong organizational, management, and supervisory skills
• Demonstrated ability to expedite several projects simultaneously.
• Knowledge of OSHA compliance fundamentals is required.
• Proficient in Microsoft Applications
• Ability to effectively prepare and present information and respond to questions from management, clients, and other employees of the organization.
• Knowledgeable in current automation trends
• Excellent verbal, written communication skills and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent team building, project management and organizational skills
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Ability to collaborate and contribute by one-self or in a team environment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Sedentary: Limited activity, no lifting, limited walking Moderate: Mostly standing, walking, bending, frequent lifting

Light: Office work, some lifting, considerable walking Arduous: Heavy lifting, bending, crawling, climbing

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The employee may be exposed to different weather elements.