Jobs · Management · Illinois

Industrial Engineer

Warehouse Services, Inc. · Wilmington, IL · 4 wk ago
Management$70k–$95k/yrFull-time

About the role

The Industrial Engineer will support continuous improvement initiatives, facility optimization, and operational excellence within our distribution and logistics environment.

Responsibilities

  • Plan and optimize the utilization of facilities, equipment, materials, and personnel to improve operational efficiency.
  • Lead process improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, and other continuous improvement methodologies.
  • Analyze workflows, operational processes, and organizational structures to identify inefficiencies and opportunities for improvement.
  • Develop and maintain labor standards through work measurement studies, time studies, and labor utilization analysis.
  • Recommend and implement improvements to increase productivity, reduce waste, improve quality, and enhance service levels.
  • Evaluate facility layouts, workstation configurations, material flow, and equipment placement to maximize operational effectiveness.
  • Partner with operations leadership, engineering teams, and management to implement process improvements and operational strategies.
  • Support cost analysis, financial planning, workforce planning, and productivity initiatives.
  • Develop and maintain quality control procedures to improve process performance and minimize operational costs.
  • Prepare reports, presentations, and recommendations based on data analysis and project findings.
  • Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
  • Minimum of 3–5 years of professional Industrial Engineering experience (excluding internships and co-op assignments).
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across all levels of the organization.
  • Demonstrated commitment to workplace safety and employee well-being.

Qualifications

  • Experience in distribution, warehousing, logistics, or manufacturing operations.
  • Working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies.
  • Experience with PKMS, ProTrack, and/or AutoMod software.
  • Experience with labor management systems, facility layout design, and process simulation tools.

Skills

  • Lean Manufacturing
  • Six Sigma
  • Continuous Improvement Methodologies
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Work Measurement Studies
  • Time Studies
  • Labor Utilization Analysis
  • Facility Layout Design
  • Process Simulation Tools

Benefits

  • 401(k)
  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Employee Referral Program
  • Retail Plan

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