VF Corporation

Industrial Engineer

VF Corporation$96K — $120K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering (preferably Industrial Engineering)
  • 3+ years of engineering experience
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Proven ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Systems-oriented aptitude
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
  • Ability to travel up to 25%

Responsibilities

  • Develop comprehensive understanding of distribution center systems, including automation and warehouse management
  • Identify continuous improvement projects and implement changes using lead methodologies
  • Utilize data and analytics to pinpoint bottlenecks and opportunities
  • Propose enhancements to automated systems for improved performance and reliability
  • Collaborate with management on cost control systems to align with budget
  • Assist in evalulation and implementation of labor management standards for hourly tasks
  • Evaluate current equipment use and consider new automated solutions for enhanced productivity

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health plan options
  • Employee discount on products
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Opportunities for career growth and development
Full Job Description
What will you do?

A day in the life of an Industrial Engineer at VF looks a little like this.

The Industrial Engineer is responsible for identifying, developing, and implementing engineering initiatives that improve productivity, throughput, and safety within VF's distribution centers. This role partners closely with operations and leadership teams to implement sustainable continuous improvements solutions.

Let's break down that day-in-the-life a bit more.
  • Develop a comprehensive understanding of the distribution center's systems, including automation and warehouse management systems.
  • Identify continuous improvement projects, and leverage lead methodologies to implement changes that improve productivity, throughput and safety.
  • Use data and analytics to identify bottlenecks and areas of opportunity.
  • Propose enhancements to the building's automated systems to improve service metrics, performance, and reliability.
  • Collaborate with management to develop and maintain cost control systems that allow the building to meet its budgeted cost.
  • Assist in implementing labor management standards for hourly work functions, including evaluating existing standards and developing new ones.
  • Evaluate current use of equipment, or deployment of new automated equipment to improve productivity, throughput, and safety.
  • Support buildings within the Americas region, as well as network-wide initiatives to drive operational improvements and cost reduction.


What do you need to succeed?

We all have unique skills that we bring to work and celebrate every day. For this role, there are foundation skills you'll need to succeed and excel. Additionally, while formal education in a related field is great to have, we are most interested in your 3+ years of industrial engineering experience and professional achievements.

The foundation skills you will need in this position are:
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering (Industrial Engineering preferred).
  • 3+ years of engineering experience
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Aptitude for systems and systematic work.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
  • Ability to travel up to 25%


Now WE have a question for YOU.

Are you in?

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Hiring Range:
$96,000.00 USD - $120,000.00 USD annually

Incentive Potential: This position is eligible for additional compensation awards that may include an annual incentive plan, sales incentive, or commission potential. Specific details of the additional compensation eligibility for this position will be provided during the recruiting and interview process.

Benefits at VF Corporation: You can review a general overview of each benefit program offered, including this year's medical plan rates on www.MyVFbenefits.com and by clicking Looking to Join VF? Detailed information on your benefits will be provided during the hiring process.

Please note, our hiring ranges are determined and built from market pay data. In determining the specific compensation for this position, we comply with all local, state, and federal laws.

About VF Corporation

Kontoor Brands is a global lifestyle apparel company that designs, manufactures, and distributes superior-high-quality products that look good and fit properly, allowing people all over the world to express themselves freely and confidently. It was established in 2019 and is headquartered in Greensboro, North Carolina.

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Learn more about VF Corporation
Size
14,000 employees
Market Cap
$10.6 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$165.4 million
Founded
1899
5 Year Trend
+7.1%
Revenue
$8 billion
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