Industrial Engineer - Distribution Operations

About the role

The Industrial Engineer - Distribution Operations is an early-career professional role designed for candidates with 0-5 years of experience, including recent Industrial Engineering graduates and professionals with 2-5 years of relevant experience seeking to advance their careers in distribution, warehouse operations, productivity management, labor planning, customer compliance, training, Next Level program ownership, and continuous improvement. This position has a steep learning curve and offers significant growth potential.

Responsibilities

• Manage productivity and labor planning across distribution operations
• Ensure customer compliance standards are met
• Develop and deliver training programs for warehouse staff
• Own and drive Next Level program initiatives
• Lead continuous improvement projects to optimize warehouse processes
• Analyze operational data to identify efficiency opportunities
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement process changes

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or related field
• 0-5 years of experience (recent graduates welcome; 2-5 years preferred for advanced consideration)
• Knowledge of distribution and warehouse operations
• Understanding of productivity management and labor planning principles
• Familiarity with customer compliance requirements
• Experience or interest in training and development
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Skills

• Proficiency in data analysis and operational metrics
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Continuous improvement mindset (Lean, Six Sigma knowledge a plus)
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and warehouse management systems
• Project management capabilities