Job Description

Position Description:

Do you want to make an immediate impact and drive operational efficiencies. True Value is looking for an Industrial Engineer to drive continuous improvement.

Evaluates, monitors, and records engineered work standards at our Atlanta, Georgia Regional Distribution Center. Analyzes, maintains, and communicates KPIs and other reporting to supply chain leaders to assist in driving continuous improvement. Supports key initiatives and manages projects to drive improved operational efficiency.

Revolutionize Wholesale and join a high performing team. We are a dynamic team committed to driving True Value's aggressive growth as the only nationally branded hardlines wholesaler that celebrates independent retailers.

Our culture:

• Embraces personal and professional development
• Values diverse perspectives
• Provides competitive compensation
• Committed to volunteerism and community outreach

Your Value = Our Value. True Value.

Position Description

Job Duties (In order of importance)

Provide support as an Industrial Engineer to Atlanta Regional Distribution Center (RDC) and maintain engineered labor standards including the ability to conduct time studies and determine production benchmarks by collaborating with each RDCs' leadership team to achieve the operating metrics and target goals.

Establish unified Engineering Labor Standards (ELS) for select distribution center functional areas across locations in the logistics network. Analyze time studies to evaluate the sequence of operations, motion, methods, workflow and ergonomics to identify continuous improvement opportunities.

Retrieve and research data from various sources (WMS, Labor Management, etc.) and translate that data into meaningful information to support action plans.

Participate in all major Capital Projects for reconfiguration and CAD (blueprint) layout updates of the RDCs.

Manage slotting programs to support RDC projects and initiatives to maintain optimal productivity levels.

Develop, maintain, and publish KPIs and other reporting on a regular basis. Develop dashboards that can be visually and analytically leveraged by True Value to quickly compare all current and historical distribution trends to streamline internal operations and provide near real-time analytical capabilities to evaluate current and future outcomes.

Design custom reports in SQL, perform integrations with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and setup Electronic Data Interchange (EDI).

Develop data summaries, heat maps, info graphics and market analysis visuals that help facilitate recommendations using data-driven approaches and applied strategies.

Participate in cross-functional team projects and initiatives and interface with all levels, and support key projects and initiatives across all phases of implementation including solution design, financial analysis, business case development, project planning, milestone definition, stakeholder communication, and implementation.

Implement DMAIC (Design, Measure, Analyze, Implement and Control) processes and utilize information captured in the WMS-based labor tracking system for assigned Distribution locations.

* This position will support our Atlanta Regional Distribution Centers and the incumbent can live in Atlanta, Marietta or the surrounding area.

Position Qualifications

Work Experience:

• Three to five years of related work experience in a distribution or related environment.
• Knowledge of SQL, ORACLE is preferred; Proficiency in Access; Excel Experience with implementing Lean Processes including 5S and visual controls.
• Proficient in Teradata, Power BI, AutoCAD used daily
• Experience with visual basics is desirable.
• Six Sigma and APICS certifications are preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to travel up to 10%.

Education:

• BS in Industrial Engineering, Industrial Distribution Management, Industrial Technology or equivalent work experience.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.