Senior Industrial Engineer

Saddle Creek • Walton, KY

11h • Onsite

About The Position

The Sr. Industrial Engineer role at Saddle Creek Logistics Services leverages expert-level technical skills across warehouse, omnichannel fulfillment, cross dock, packaging, and transportation operations. This position requires applying expertise in project management, Lean Six Sigma, facility layout and design, productivity analysis, and warehouse slotting to lead high-impact projects and drive strategic corporate initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or related field required
• 5 -7+ years of experience implementing and optimizing logistics and distribution processes
• Travel up to 40% within the United States to support regional locations
• Expert-level understanding of distribution and fulfillment operations
• Experience with slotting methodology and optimization systems
• Proficiency in productivity measurement metrics and Labor Management Systems (LMS)
• Working knowledge of Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)
• Deep expertise in material handling equipment (MHE), rolling stock, and automation systems
• Demonstrated experience with PLC systems and automation technologies to support process optimization and equipment reliability
• Experience with space optimization and creating AutoCAD facility layouts
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and AutoCAD LT
• Strong analytical and creative problem-solving abilities
• Excellent communication skills across all organizational levels and with external clients
• Knowledge of project management tools and methodologies

Nice To Haves

• Working knowledge of Lean/Continuous Improvement methodologies in warehouse or distribution environments preferred
• Green Belt certification (or higher) a plus

Responsibilities

• Drive standardization across engineering functions including slotting, warehouse mechanization, robotics, labor management, productivity benchmarking, and reporting.
• Partner with site managers and operations leadership to support continuous improvement initiatives and operational excellence.
• Validate engineering solutions for new sales proposals and support operations leadership with pricing and scope changes for existing and prospective clients.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Business Delivery, LEAN, IS, Innovation) to deliver continuous improvement and engineering projects.
• Proactively develop and champion engineering initiatives that enhance operational performance and strategic value across the organization.
• Maintain and deliver standardized reporting on program status, project timelines, and resource planning to operations leadership and corporate engineering.
• Develop and execute processes to capture and share engineering best practices across operations and external stakeholders.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, serving as the engineering advocate at all levels of the organization.
• Support company-wide strategic initiatives as needed.

Benefits

• Benefits package including medical, dental, vision, HSA, and medical reimbursement
• Annual bonus eligibility
• 401(k) match
• Vacation and holiday pay
• Employee assistance and identity theft protection
• Career development and opportunity for internal promotions
• Tuition reimbursement for further education
• Company paid life insurance and short term disability

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees