Engineer, Industrial

KeHE Distributors, LLC•Dallas, TX

About The Position

The Industrial Engineer optimizes distribution center operations across multiple sites using Red Prairie/JDA/Blue Yonder Labor Management, time studies, AutoCAD, and Lean engineering principles. The role focuses on improving efficiency, reducing operating costs, and enhancing performance across the distribution network. The position also requires that all actions align with KeHE’s Mission, Vision, and Values. The role develops labor standards, forecasts labor, tracks performance, and optimizes workforce deployment using labor management software. It conducts time studies, designs distribution center layouts in AutoCAD, maintains and validates engineered labor standards, and implements improvements to work methods, procedures, equipment, and workflows. The Industrial Engineer maintains accurate labor management system data and time-study records, communicates changes to supervisors and employees, and monitors industry trends to identify potential improvements. Travel of 25%–70% is required, including periodic multi-state travel.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
At least 4 years of industrial engineering experience focused on JDA Labor Management, time studies, AutoCAD, and Lean engineering principles.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Proficiency with JDA/Blue Yonder Labor Management software for labor forecasting, scheduling, and performance management.
Strong knowledge of time studies, process analysis, and workflow optimization.
Advanced AutoCAD skills for creating distribution center layouts and floor plans.
Knowledge of Lean principles and experience implementing Lean projects.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Power BI, and Access.
Ability to travel 25%–70%, including periodic multi-state travel by airplane, rail, rental vehicle, or personal motor vehicle.
Ability to manage multiple projects or tasks simultaneously.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and in a team environment.

Nice To Haves

Lean training and/or certification.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement labor standards, accurate labor forecasting, performance tracking, and workforce optimization using Blue Yonder or other labor management software.
Conduct time studies to establish baseline data for operational processes and identify opportunities to improve efficiency.
Use AutoCAD to design distribution center floor plans that optimize space utilization and material flow.
Develop engineered labor standards for new processes and facilities.
Conduct time studies to update and validate engineered and RE standards, including MSD, PST, and MOST.
Manage existing standards and periodically verify standards and observation methods.
Identify and implement improvements to preferred methods, procedures, equipment, and workflows.
Conduct supervisor and employee meetings to review enhancements to procedures, equipment, and standards.
Maintain the labor management system by accurately updating changes to existing standards and adding new standards.
Maintain complete records of time studies and other data used to change standards.
Keep labor standards current when preferred methods, equipment, or standards change.
Stay up to date on distribution and process engineering trends and best practices to identify innovative solutions.
Manage and lead projects across multiple locations, ensuring consistent implementation and outcomes.
Perform other duties and projects as assigned.