JOB TITLE: Process Improvement Engineer IPAY: $75,000 - $85,000/year
HOURS: Monday-Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm
LOCATION: Jonestown, PA 17038
BRIEF POSITION SUMMARY:The Process Improvement Engineer I is responsible for developing and maintaining engineered standards while identifying opportunities to improve efficiency, productivity, and overall operations at the Customer Fulfillment Center (CFC). This position works closely with cross-functional teams to analyze processes, conduct time studies, develop labor standards, identify bottlenecks, and implement process improvements.
The role also provides opportunities to develop skills in data analytics, SQL, AutoCAD, scripting, and other process improvement technologies.
DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:- Work with cross-functional teams to identify and implement effective and efficient process improvements while minimizing risk to associates and operations.
- Lead and participate in cross-functional meetings to establish key performance measures and monitor results.
- Develop and maintain engineered standards, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and labor reporting systems for the CFC.
- Partner with Operations to improve labor reporting, workforce utilization, and overall performance.
- Conduct time studies and work measurement analyses to determine optimal processes and labor standards.
- Develop slotting optimization reports to reduce labor requirements and improve operational efficiency.
- Create process layouts that support best practices and efficient workflow.
- Identify and resolve operational bottlenecks.
- Develop and document standard cost data for process improvement analysis.
- Perform cost-benefit analyses to determine the financial feasibility of proposed process improvements.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives throughout the facility.
- Foster the MSC Culture throughout the department and company.
- Participate in special projects and perform additional duties as assigned.
- Plan, prioritize, and accomplish assigned goals with limited supervision.
EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE:- Bachelor\'s Degree in Industrial Engineering required.
- 2-4 years of engineering experience in a distribution environment required.
- Experience implementing and maintaining work measurement systems preferred.
- Experience working with labor reporting systems preferred.
- Experience developing and maintaining engineered standards preferred.
- Knowledge of fundamental engineering and process improvement concepts, practices, and procedures.
SKILLS:- Strong data manipulation and analytical skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong problem-solving and process improvement abilities.
- Computer proficiency in:
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Access
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- SQL
- AutoCAD
- Experience with engineered standards development tools.
- Ability to conduct time studies and analyze operational processes.
- Ability to identify inefficiencies, bottlenecks, and opportunities for improvement.
- Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS:- Valid driver\'s license required.
- Ability to travel as needed.
- Must be able to work in a distribution center environment.
- Physical demands may include standing, walking, lifting materials up to 75 pounds individually or as a team, carrying, pushing, pulling, climbing stairs, balancing, stooping, kneeling, and reaching high and low.
- Must be able to wear required personal protective equipment.
- Must be able to operate at heights up to 50 feet.
- Must maintain mental alertness and coordination throughout the shift.
WHY MSC?
People. Collaboration. Insight. That\'s how you build something that works. Built on a foundation of trust, MSC works side by side with our customers to help them drive business results. With more than one million product offerings and 80+ years of experience across industries, MSC strives to help our customers achieve greater productivity, profitability, and growth through inventory management and other innovative supply chain solutions. We care about our associates and have programs in place to help our 6,500+ team members achieve their potential.
OUR COMMITMENT TO YOU
Our associates are our top priority and investing in their well-being is one way we execute our Built to Make You Better brand promise. Alongside competitive pay, we have a comprehensive benefits program to support you and your family\'s health, well-being and financial future. We offer dynamic healthcare plans, generous 401K and stock purchasing programs, tuition reimbursement opportunities, and paid time away for holidays, vacations, and illness. Visit our page for a better look at our extensive benefits:
You will also have the opportunity to join our Associate Inclusion Circles: Women, Pride, Black, Generational, Veterans, HOLA, and Able. These circles are open to all associates and are designed to promote awareness, collaboration, and respect.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT
At MSC, we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all qualified applicants and our associates without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation or any category protected by applicable law. Accommodation requests can be made at any stage of the recruitment process; applicants are asked to make their needs/requirements known.
Please note that MSC uses electronic monitoring and system logs in its workplace, including monitoring of Company-provided systems and collaboration tools, as permitted by applicable law.
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