Sr Industrial Engineer

Kane Logistics•Edgerton, KS

43d•$120,000 - $145,000•Onsite

About The Position

At ID Logistics we are dedicated to fostering a dynamic and inclusive work environment where every team member is welcomed and valued. As a leading global 3PL (3rd party logistics) transportation organization with over 35,000 employees in over 400 sites across 18 countries, we pride ourselves on our customer first approach and commitment to operational excellence. The successful Industrial Engineer candidate is one who thrives in the technical aspects of the position and enjoys customer interaction and project management to support our nationwide network of distribution centers. The successful candidate will bring experience in engineering solutions relative to creating distribution center layouts, analyzing productivity, creating pricing models, and optimizing strategies in our current environments. Will follow corporate and site-specific Good Manufacturing Practices and report noncompliance when observed. In addition, the candidate will observe all company safety rules and assist in enforcement as appropriate. Work Location: This role will need to be within a commutable distance of Edgerton, KS with a need to travel to Blue Springs, KS regularly. Work Schedule: First Shift On-Site, Monday - Friday 8:30am - 5:00pm Eastern Standard Time. Work Travel: Up to 25% domestic travel and travel between sites when needed. Compensation: Attractive annual salary of $120,000 - $145,000 plus a performance-based bonus, with benefits including health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) matching, and more.

Requirements

Bachelors degree in Industrial Engineering required
2+ years-experience in a warehouse environment
Knowledge of secondary packaging and/or manufacturing
Knowledge of quality and safety concepts
WMS Knowledge

Nice To Haves

Ability to analyze a wide variety of data
Self-motivated, strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
Computer proficiency in MS Office, including intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Excel
Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines
Flexibility and adaptability in a growing, fast-paced environment
Experience with ERP sys

Responsibilities

Coordinates and aids in the design, evaluation, planning, integration, testing and completion activities in engineering projects
Develop pricing estimates for new business opportunities
Determines the most effective means for an organization to use capital, equipment, energy, facilities, information, material, people, and other assets to make a product or service
Plans utilization of facilities, equipment, materials, and personnel to improve efficiency of operations
Studies product or service and its requirements, using mathematical methods such as operations research, to meet those requirements and design manufacturing and information systems
Reviews functional statements, organization charts, and project information to determine functions and responsibilities of workers and work units and to identify areas of duplication
Propose new automated warehousing solutions to increase productivity and improve throughput
Analyze storage solutions and material handling processes and recommend optimal strategies to maximize efficiencies
Improve warehouse flow by optimizing storage strategies and zoning
Perform Return on Investment (ROI) analyses to justify capital proposals
Design and create warehouse layouts for new and existing facilities using AutoCAD
Select and work with outside vendors to complete capital projects
Develop and integrate targeted solutions with customers and operations management
Analyze existing processes and recommend opportunities for improvement
Create workflow plans
Conduct time studies
Determine productivity numbers
Continually re-evaluate work process for productivity improvements
Follow corporate and site-specific Good Manufacturing Practices and report noncompliance when observed.
Observe all company safety rules and assist in enforcement as appropriate.
Other duties as assigned