Industrial Engineer

This position helps to lead the development and maintenance of an accurate and effective work measurement system. The role focuses on standardization of process and methods, ensuring effective productivity measurements are established through time and frequency studies. They will ensure BOMs, and standard costs include the correct material, labor and scrap components. (S)he will analyze work force utilization, work center layout, material flows, process flow and production requirements to determine the most efficient utilization of labor, materials and equipment. They will create and maintain continuity across all major process paths between all stages of manufacturing and distribution while maintaining accurate labor standards through SOPs and job aids.

What You Will Do:

• For manufacturing and distribution, lead the analysis, recommendation, and implementation of enhancements to existing workflows and processes to increase throughput, reduce cost and improve accuracy and consistency

• Conduct industrial engineering time studies and translate to labor standard targets for operations

• Revise and maintain standard work across all major process paths within peer operations including collection of data and best practice training methods to assist in the development of SOPs.

• Establish, maintain, and consistently update computer-based labor standards productivity expectations

• Work with operations to establish appropriate machine speeds along with associated scrap and waste targets and reflect in BOM and standard costs

• Develop methods for tracking and reporting warehouse and manufacturing key performance indicators including productivity KPIs and planning tools to better utilize labor and track waste

• Conduct labor audits and time studies to validate and ensure the reasonableness and soundness of all implemented labor standards.

• Train operations staff on techniques of work sampling and engineered standards and development, including how to thoroughly investigate issues or complaints that come up and how to check their validity

• Aid in the evaluation and subsequent revision of all work methods and workflow for all functions to ensure they are ergonomically correct

• Help with the analysis and cost justification on capital project requests when needed

• Work with Inventory Control to maintain a high level of inventory integrity

• Participate in Quality and Safety Committees to impact respective metrics through standardization

• Work with and influence procurement and inventory teams on standardization opportunities

• Occasional travel when needed, to drive standardization and best practices across the supply chain

• Facilitate lean events and audit for compliance for Lean / 5s.

• Conduct Capacity analysis for existing plant.

• Other duties may be assigned

Who You Are:

• Bachelor's degree in industrial engineering or related field; Master's Degree a plus.

• 3-5 years of experience in Industrial Engineering, automotive industry background a plus

• Hands-on experience in creating and implementing engineered labor standards in manufacturing and warehousing

• Strong mathematical/statistical analysis skills including statistical analysis and simulation skills.

• Experience in process design, work measurement, productivity improvement, cost reduction, Kaizen, 5S, and project implementation required.

• Ability to problem solve and determine root cause for quick action, temporary countermeasures, and long-term sustainable solutions.

• Demonstrated ability to plan, manage and drive projects to completion accepting accountability for project progress and quality

• Self-starter with demonstrated ability to work independently and with others

• Strong Microsoft Word, Excel, SQL Experience with work measurement methodologies and tools

• Proficient with using ERP systems, WMS a plus

• Flexible to work on various shifts as needed

• Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal skills

• English and Spanish fluency preferred

What Benefits do Peetniks Receive?

At Peet's we hire the best people and are committed to supporting our employees and rewarding them for their work. That's one of the reasons we offer the

following benefits:

• 401(k) plan, with generous matching

• Full medical, dental and vision insurance

• Paid vacation

• Free coffee and fresh baked goods as well as an employee discount

• Opportunities for growth and advancement

The target salary range for this position is $90,000-120,000. The actual base salary offered depends on a variety of factors, which may include, as applicable, the applicant's qualifications for the position; years of relevant experience; specific and unique skills; level of education attained; certifications or other professional licenses held; other legitimate, non-discriminatory business factors specific to the position; and the geographic location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will perform the job. Individuals employed in this position may also be eligible to earn bonuses. Peet's offers a generous benefits package to full-time employees, which includes comprehensive health, dental and vision plans; a superior 401(k) plan, various paid time off programs; employee discount/perks; life insurance; disability insurance; flexible spending accounts; and an employee referral bonus program.