Industrial Engineer, Distribution Center

Ashley Furniture • Advance, NC

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About The Position

The Industrial Engineer will study, develop, and maintain processes, methods, and incentive standards. This position is responsible for recommending and implementing methods, improvements, and plant layout using appropriate engineering practices. The Industrial Engineer will estimate the cost to distribute product and actively seek out and implement cost reductions in all areas of the distribution center and other areas as directed.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Engineering, Industrial Technology or related Engineering field, or equivalent work experience, Required
• 6 months in Industrial Engineering with experience in a distribution center environment, Required

Nice To Haves

• Master's Degree in Industrial Engineering, Industrial Technology, Computer Science, or related Engineering field, Preferred
• Experience with incentive systems, cost justification, methods improvements and plant layout, Preferred
• 6 months process development with experience in a distribution center environment, Preferred
• Knowledge of Continuous Improvement methodologies and ability to apply, Preferred

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain equitable labor standards for costing, processing payroll and job evaluation in assigned areas using appropriate and acceptable engineering practices including performance time studies and documenting appropriate labor information.
• Investigate, analyze and justify cost for assigned improvements to equipment, facilities, methods, etc.
• Improve distribution center methods and techniques through analyzing work force utilization, facility layout, workstation ergonomics, production schedules and costs.
• Recommends methods for improving worker efficiency, quality and safety and reducing waste of materials.
• Lead and participate in Continuous Improvement and Lean Manufacturing improvement teams as assigned.
• Supply Incentive Pay Analyst and/or payroll personnel with labor standards for processing payroll upon request within requested time frame.
• Assist with the training of supervisors and employees on the proper use of methods and incentive system principles.
• Support Ashley data collection system by assisting the Incentive Pay Analyst with questionable data found in the data collection system.
• Evaluate employee suggestions (IDEAs) to determine if cost savings or process improvement result.
• Demonstrate the Company's Core and Growth Values in the performance of all job functions.

Benefits

• Health, Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Your Birthday off
• Generous Employee Discount on home furnishings
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Ashley Wellness Centers (location specific) and Medical Tourism
• Telehealth
• 401(k) and Profit Sharing
• Life Insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Furniture and Related Product Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees