Industrial Engineer

Peco Pallet

49d

About The Position

The Industrial Engineer – Operational Excellence supports our nationwide pallet‑pooling operations by driving process improvements, optimizing performance, and strengthening our culture of safety and continuous improvement. This role combines industrial engineering expertise with Lean methodologies to enhance operational efficiency and promote safe work practices throughout our network. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical skills, the ability to influence across all organizational levels, and a hands‑on approach to implementing sustainable improvements in fast‑paced operational environments.

Requirements

Strong understanding of Lean principles and industrial engineering methodologies.
Proven ability to conduct time studies, process modeling, and workflow redesign.
Experience analyzing data and converting insights into actionable recommendations.
CAD drawing proficiency
Proficiency with Microsoft Office ( Advanced Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Visio; Access/Project a plus).
Statics Black Belt equivalent knowledge
Excellent communication, facilitation, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities across a multi‑site operational environment.
Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field.
3–5 years of experience in industrial engineering, continuous improvement, or Lean within logistics, warehousing, or manufacturing.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with safety program concepts such as hazard assessments, ergonomic evaluations, or safety risk mitigation (preferred but not required).
Experience developing or supporting visual factory systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

Perform time studies, workflow evaluations, and capacity analyses to identify inefficiencies and improvement opportunities.
Develop engineered labor standards, process documentation, facility layout recommendations, and labor/capacity models.
Analyze operational data to identify trends, constraints, and cost‑saving opportunities.
Implement and maintain visual factory tools that support performance management, safe operations, and clear communication at facilities.
Create process maps, standard work documentation, and operation‑level performance dashboards.
Lead and facilitate Lean initiatives, including Kaizen events, 5S activities, standardization efforts, PDCA cycles, and waste elimination projects.
Train and coach teams on Lean tools and best practices to build organizational capability.
Partner with leadership to sustain Lean practices and ensure alignment with organizational goals and operational standards.
Conduct safety‑focused process reviews to identify ergonomic risks, material‑flow hazards, and environmental/operational safety issues.
Collaborate with site leaders to integrate safety considerations into process design, layout changes, equipment usage, and standard work.
Support safety improvement initiatives such as hazard assessments, job‑safety analyses (JSAs), and near‑miss root‑cause reviews.
Assist in developing visual safety systems, including signage, floor markings, traffic‑flow visuals, and standardized safety communication boards.
Partner with operations teams to reinforce safe behaviors, promote a culture of hazard awareness, and drive compliance with company safety expectations.
Participate in safety audits, facility walkthroughs, and data reviews to identify and resolve potential safety concerns.
Work closely with Operations, Maintenance, Renter, and Supply Chain teams to address operational challenges and implement scalable solutions.
Build productive working relationships with site leadership to ensure consistency and alignment with company performance, safety, and sustainability initiatives.
Serve as a resource for Lean methodologies, process engineering, and continuous improvement tools.
Maintain timely, professional communication with internal and external partners.
Uphold company values and contribute to a culture centered on safety, respect, integrity, and operational excellence.
Perform other duties as assigned.