Sr Industrial Engineers are in a co-managed environment with Operational leaders, setting the overall project priorities to deliver value to customer networks. This position supports the Kenco Operating System (KOS) model of cultural transformation through the integration operational excellence principles across the enterprise and its value streams to create a complete systemic view, leading to consistent achievement of results. 

• Mentor and train junior level Industrial Engineers 
• Work with clients to understand business requirements, budgets and staffing needs 
• May lead the implementation of analytics applications like SlotDC, Control Tower, etc., by working with Data Science and BI (Business Intelligence), IT, and Operations teams 
• Work with Data Science and BI and Marketing teams to develop required marketing collateral 
• Train Operations teams on using different BI and Analytics applications/models 
• Build reporting as a storytelling tool – allowing stakeholders to digest insights quickly and to drive action 
• Lead LMS (Labor Management System) integration efforts with WCS (Warehouse Control System) and WMS (Warehouse Management System) 
• Develop best practices and cost reduction activities 
• 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 O/S (Operating System) 
• Conduct process observations and time-motion studies, line balancing, one-piece flow simulation analysis, zoning/slotting, profile analysis, takt time methods, Value Stream Mapping (VSM), process mapping, Measurement Systems Analysis (MSA), Process Capability and performance (Cp/Cpk), exploratory data analysis, hypothesis testing, 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. 
• Utilize lean and six sigma methodologies to reduce waste and variation within the operation 
• Understand Solutions design, Financial model, and Contract Pricing 
• Write business requirement documents and support Requests for Proposal (RFPs) 

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial or Logistics Engineering or related discipline 
• 5-7 years of applied experience in a distribution setting (or 3PL) or a Master’s degree with 3-5 years of experience 
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt required 
• Lean Six Sigma Black Belt required 
• PMP certification preferred 
• Experience with WCS, Automation solutions preferred  
• Programming knowledge preferred (Python, R, C++) 
• Experience in a customer facing role defining expectations and achieving results  
• Demonstrated ability to effectively analyze data to identify trends, performance results, and opportunities for improvement  

• Business Acumen - Knowledgeable in current and possible future policies, practices, trends, technology, and information affecting his/her business and organization. 
• Communicate for Impact - Proactively communicate with all stakeholders throughout the life cycle of programs and projects. 
• Influencing Others - Can quickly find common ground and can solve problems for the good of the organization with a minimal amount of noise. Authentically gains trust and support of peers. 
• Managing Transitions/ Change Management - Effectively plans, manages, and communicates changes in processes with appropriate stakeholders. 
• Strategic Agility - Enable Kenco to remain competitive by adjusting and adapting to innovative ideas necessary to support Kenco’s long-term organizational strategy. 

• This position is expected to travel approximately ​25% or less​. 
• A passport is not required but recommended.​ 

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Benefits offered:

• Medical insurance including HSA, HRA and FSA accounts

• Supplemental insurance including critical illness, hospital indemnity, accidental injury

• Dental Insurance

• Vision Insurance

• Basic Life and Supplemental Life

• Short Term and Long Term Disability

• Paid Parental Leave

• 401(k)

• Paid Time Off approximately 2  weeks (accrual begins on Day 1 of employment)

• Employer Paid Holidays- 10 days