Process Engineer

About the Role

How you will contribute

• Utilize Lean Standards in everyday assignments and analysis including: Line Balancing, PFEP, Value Stream Mapping, Process FMEA's, Control Plans, engineering studies, and resource requirement sheets.
• Provide leadership and support to Continuous Improvement initiatives at the plant level including; work studies to analyze work systems, developing standards and/or improvements to existing systems, providing input for the development of functional layouts that minimize space and material transit distance that provides flexibility for expansion, and utilize simulation software to analyze and/or improve work systems.
• Develop and update existing headcount analysis tools (direct and indirect labor) in order to analyze the impact of changes on business, and prepare summary reports for and in support of Operations, IT and Business Process Improvement initiatives.
• Prepare engineering studies to ensure that continuously changing operational processes are reflected in operational and strategic calculations.
• Measure standard time to proactively challenge and support the realization of reductions in standard time, while always striving to eliminate waste.
• Serve as the main point of contact for capacity, process improvement tasks, and standard time inquiries.
• Work closely with Operations, Account Management, Facilities and Project Management teams to develop and implement solutions to meet the requirements of the business.
• Manage the engineering function for assigned projects and activities including; engineering budget, processes, equipment, work standards and facilities.
• Make informed recommendations and decisions related to the purchase or lease of capital equipment including; forklifts, tooling, lift assists, generators, compressed air systems, racking, scrubbers, compactors, and miscellaneous items pertaining to specific projects.
• 75% worth of travel to locations across the Southeast is required.
• Other duties as assigned

Your Key Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master’s Degree in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain or Operations Research or related fields with very strong background in engineering redesign and cost savings initiatives.
• Experience in solutions design within a logistics/warehousing/manufacturing facility environment
• Experience in supporting warehousing contracts with engineering expertise.
• Experience in packaging and/or innovation.
• Highly developed computer skills, including Microsoft Excel, Access, Word, Visio or equivalent, and Project Management software are required.  Knowledge of Excel should include pivot tables and familiarity with common formulas. Must be proficient in Access, with thorough knowledge of relational database creation, queries, forms, reports, macros, and functions.
• Hands on experience with supply chain applications such as WMS, TMS, OMS, and SCM.