Join to apply for the Industrial Engineer II role at Kenco Group . At Kenco Logistics, you're more than just a team member—you're part of a company that values innovation, integrity, and a strong commitment to its people. As one of the leading 3PL providers in the U.S., Kenco offers a dynamic and supportive work environment where your ideas matter and your growth is a priority. With a focus on safety, sustainability, and continuous improvement, Kenco empowers employees to make a real impact in the supply chain industry while building rewarding careers.
Responsibilities
- Develop best practices and cost reduction activities
- Lead LMS (Labor Management System) integration efforts with WCS (Warehouse Control System) and WMS (Warehouse Management System)
- Facility Layout and MHE Design
- Partner closely with Customers and Kenco Operations to achieve project results
- Track value (Value Creation Index, or VCI) created from all assigned projects
- Ensure Work Measurement systems are developed, implemented and effective
- Ensure warehouse flow, conduct zoning and slotting assessments, profile analysis etc.
- Continuous Improvement of the Kenco Operating System (KOS)
- Conduct process observations and time-motion studies
- Help sites analyze labor management data to drive operational decisions
- Line Balancing and one-piece flow simulation analysis
- Zoning / slotting and Profile analysis
- Takt time methods
- Value Stream Mapping (VSM), process mapping and data collection
- Measurement Systems Analysis (MSA)
- Process Capability and performance (Cp / Cpk)
- Exploratory Data Analysis, Hypothesis Testing and Analytical methods
- Process Improvement Methods
- Waste Analysis (Value Added vs Non-Value Added activities, VA-NVA)
- Statistical Process Control (SPC)
- Control Charting and Control Planning
- Gain input from customers to define project priority, set goals and objectives and obtain feedback on performance
- Align the organization around lean principles and drive establishment of lean systems in all areas through use of Hoshin planning activities
- Ensure that the correct tools be utilized to solve the most important problems affecting our customer's satisfaction, quality, cost and delivery.
- Develop and implement appropriate companywide measurement systems that drive correct behaviors and support attaining business goals
- Utilize lean and six sigma methodologies to reduce waste and variation within the operation
- Understand solutions design, financial model, and contract pricing
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Industrial or Logistics Engineering or related discipline3-5 years of applied experience in a distribution setting (or 3PL), or a Master's degree with 2 years of experienceLean Six Sigma Green Belt requiredLean Six Sigma Black Belt preferredProficiency in Project ManagementExperience with WCS, Automation solutions preferredProgramming knowledge preferred (Python, R, C++)Experience in a customer facing role defining expectations and achieving resultsDemonstrated ability to effectively analyze data to identify trends, performance results, and opportunities for improvementTravel Requirements
This position is expected to travel approximately 25% or less.A passport is not required, but recommended.Disclosures
For California residents – please enter or copy / paste the address below into your address bar to review an important notice regarding Kenco's privacy policy https : / / www.kencogroup.com / ccpa-notice-at-collection-for-employees-and-applicants /The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job. Other duties may be assigned as needed. The physical demands and work environment described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Kenco is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.Per company policy, all internal job postings expire 14 days from the date they are posted.The Approximate Pay Range For This Job Is
$91,520.00 - $137,280.00
Benefits Offered
Medical insurance including HSA, HRA and FSA accountsSupplemental insurance including critical illness, hospital indemnity, accidental injuryDental InsuranceVision InsuranceBasic Life and Supplemental LifeShort Term and Long Term DisabilityPaid Parental Leave401(k)Paid Time Off approximately 2 weeks (accrual begins on Day 1 of employment)Employer Paid Holidays- 10 daysKenco strides to provide a supportive, professional environment for all employees. As a part of Kenco, we expect our team to uphold our three key pillars : be honest, serve, and get better. Each should strive for operational excellence, pursue innovation, and want to grow with our company.
Equal Opportunity Employer
All employees and applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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