Industrial Engineer, Labor Management Systems

Crate and Barrel • Northbrook, IL

49d • Remote

About The Position

We inspire purpose-filled living that brings beauty and quality to the modern home. Together, we achieve. Associates across our business drive results, innovate, and inspire. Drawn together by our shared values and passion for our customers and our brands, we deliver home furnishings that are expertly designed, responsibly sourced, and bring timeless style and function to people's homes. From the day we opened our first store in Chicago in 1962 to the digital innovations that engage millions of customers today, our iconic brand is over 60 years in the making-and our story is still unfolding. We're here for it. We think you should be too. We're looking for a driven professional with an inclusive mindset to join our team as an Industrial Engineer, Labor Management Systems This role is critical to optimizing our operational efficiency, improving productivity, and ensuring accurate labor planning and costing. This role requires a strategic mindset, strong analytical skills, and a proven track record in implementing process improvement initiatives. This position is fully remote This role is an Individual Contributor position

Requirements

• Labor Management (MTM or MOST preferred)
• Lean Six Sigma methodologies
• Distribution Operation knowledge
• Ability to travel up to 75%
• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field preferred
• 2+ years of experience as an Industrial Engineer in a manufacturing, distribution, or logistics environment
• Proven experience in implementing and maintaining a labor management system.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation of a new labor management system from concept to steady state for the Supply Chain Distribution network
• Develop and apply Predetermined Motion Time Systems (e.g., MTM, MOST) and conduct detailed time studies to establish accurate and fair Engineered Labor Standards (ELS) for all direct and indirect labor tasks
• Conduct regular audits and re-evaluations of existing standards to account for process changes, new equipment, or product modifications
• Develop and deliver training programs for supervisors and employees on the principles of labor standards, time studies, and the proper use of the labor management system
• Utilize data analysis techniques to provide insights into labor costs, productivity trends, and operational bottlenecks

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: General Merchandise Retailers
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees