Industrial Engineer

Land's End Resort - Dodgeville, WI

Full-time - Mid Level

Dodgeville, WI

Accommodation

About the position

The Distribution Center Industrial Engineer at Lands' End plays a crucial role in optimizing warehouse processes to enhance efficiency and support the company's growth objectives. This position requires a blend of technical expertise and industry knowledge to implement innovative solutions that improve warehouse performance. The engineer will collaborate with various teams, analyze data, and contribute to automation projects, all while focusing on cost reduction and operational excellence.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and improve warehouse processes, workflows, and layout for maximum efficiency.
• Partner with IT and cross-functional warehouse teams to integrate WMS with existing systems and processes.
• Monitor system performance and generate reports to utilize data analysis to identify trends and make recommendations for operational improvements.
• Participate in the development and maintenance of labor management programs, including data collection, analysis, and reporting to support workforce optimization.
• Collaborate with Distribution Leaders to identify process inefficiencies and support the execution of continuous improvement projects aimed at cost reduction and operational excellence.
• Gather, analyze, and report on key performance metrics related to distribution center operations, providing actionable insights to drive decision-making and process improvements.
• Assist in the design and implementation of automation systems within distribution centers, contributing to efforts that enhance efficiency and productivity.
• Identify opportunities to reduce production costs through process improvements, material savings, and efficient resource utilization. Conduct cost-benefit analyses to support decision-making.
• Utilize statistical and analytical tools to collect, analyze, and interpret data related to production processes. Prepare detailed reports and presentations to communicate findings and recommendations to stakeholders.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or higher education in industrial/manufacturing engineering, operations research, statistics, or a related field from an accredited institution.
• Three (3) years of experience in a labor management program engineering labor standards within a distribution or fulfillment center in a private, public, government or military environment.
• Distribution Automation technologies experience.
• Proficiency in analytics, simulation, and project management tools.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze complex systems and processes, identify inefficiencies, and develop innovative engineering solutions to drive improvements.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to effectively present ideas and influence decision-making.
• Strong leadership and teamwork abilities, with a proven track record of successfully managing cross-functional projects.