Associate Distribution Engineer

WOLVERINE WORLDWIDE INC; Rockford (MI); On-site; USD 54,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Wolverine World Wide, Inc. in Rockford, Michigan, is seeking an Associate Distribution Engineer to provide entry-level engineering support for distribution facilities, focusing on cost control, process changes, and KPI-driven improvements.

Under supervision, you will support operations, implement continuous improvement, and collaborate with internal engineers, vendors, and project partners to optimize layouts, equipment, and systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, and/or Supply Chain is required.
• Experience or internships in distribution, warehousing, manufacturing, transportation, and supply chain logistics.
• Ability to build professional relationships at all levels of the organization.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate (verbal and written) effectively.
• Ability to contribute to changing processes and drive continuous improvement.
• Ability to read, interpret, and draw conclusions from technical or business data.
• Ability to present data and communicate business information to influence audiences.

Responsibilities

• Identify gaps and improvement opportunities in operational activities using engineering principles.
• Follow standard processes compliant with regulations and customer requirements.
• Contribute to changes in methods of operation, layouts, or other changes to increase production or standards.
• Under supervision, perform day-to-day procedures and implement continuous improvement programs.
• Provide KPI data for management review and ensure actions are taken.
• Apply statistical methods to determine staffing, standards, and efficiency improvements.
• Contribute to SOPs to ensure safe, efficient distribution operations.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication

Teamwork

Project management

Process improvement

Data interpretation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, and/or Supply Chain

Tools

WMS software

Labor Mgmt software

Job description

Wolverine World Wide, Inc. (NYSE: WWW) is a global footwear and apparel company driven by a vision to Make. Every Day. Better. Founded in 1883, the Company builds and grows iconic brands including Merrell®, Saucony®, Wolverine®, Sweaty Betty®, Chaco®, Hush Puppies®, Stride Rite®, HYTEST®, and Bates®, along with footwear licenses for Cat® and Harley-Davidson®. Headquartered in Rockford, Michigan, the Company’s products are sold in approximately 170 countries and territories worldwide. For more information, visit www.wolverineworldwide.com.

In 2025, the Company was recognized by Footwear News as Company of the Year, by Forbes as one of America’s Dream Employers, America’s Best Employers for Women, and America’s Best Employers for Company Culture, and by Inspiring Workplaces as one of the Most Inspiring Workplaces Globally.

Wolverine Worldwide is a Certified™ Great Place To Work®.

The Associate Distribution Engineer is responsible for providing entry-level engineering support for the distribution facilities to control costs (identify non-value-added activities), implement process changes, and maintain business systems. Supports distribution processes, identifies bottlenecks, manages KPIs, and consults internally to improve operational effectiveness. Contributes to engineering and systems projects by partnering with internal engineers, external vendors, stakeholders, and project partners, using technical knowledge to achieve successful outcomes.

Primary Duties:

Operational Processes

• Applies engineering principles and knowledge to identify gaps and improvement opportunities for operational activities.
• Follows standard processes and procedures in compliance with applicable regulations and customer requirements.
• Contributes to revisions to methods of operation, equipment layout, facility layout or other changes to increase production or improve standards
• Under supervision, performs day-to-day procedures and solutions to achieve measurable process improvements by defining, designing, and implementing continuous improvement programs using the applicable methodology and analytics.
• Provides information for KPI reporting for management review, ensures action, and control
• Applies statistical methods and performs mathematical calculations to determine staff requirements, production standards, and procedure improvements to reduce variance and increase efficiency.
• Contributes to standard operating procedures in the distribution operations to ensure employees work in a safe environment and understand procedures for optimal performance.

Business Systems

• Support the implementation of new/upgraded software and applications to assist and/or automate processes leading to efficiencies in operations.
• Support the maintenance and troubleshooting of Warehouse Mgmt. Systems and Labor mgmt. software and applications, to accurately reflect labor utilization and performance within the operations

Project Support

• Apply entry-level technical subject matter knowledge to deliver a consistent and professional completion of small projects per the defined scope, budget, and schedule, and purchase equipment and software.
• Engage with distribution employees through training and presentations to inform them of the implementation of new equipment or technology and process changes.

Performs duties consistent with the Company’s AAP/EEO goals and policies.

Performs other duties as required/assigned by manager.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• Bachelor's degree required in Engineering, Business, and /or Supply Chain
• Experience/ Internships in the Distribution, Warehousing and/or Manufacturing, Transportation, and Supply Chain Logistics industry.
• Relationships: Ability to create and maintain professional relationships within all levels of the organization (peers, workgroups, customers, supervisors). Ability to work independently and as a member of a team
• Effective interpersonal skills; build effective partnerships, systems, and change implementation skills; verbal and written communication skills
• Process Improvement – Ability to contribute to changing current processes and drive continuous improvement.
• Interpret Data – Ability to read, interpret, and draw accurate conclusions from technical or business material.
• Communicate Business Information – Effectively communicate and present data (both verbally and written) to influence all audiences; helps others understand data and translate it into actionable business insights.
• Managing Multiple Priorities – Ability to manage multiple concurrent objectives, projects, or activities, making effective judgments as to prioritizing and time allocation.
• Project Management – Ability to lead resources and provide technical guidance to meet project objectives.
• Critical Thinking: Ability to formulate conclusions and recommendations using facts and data, business analysis, deductive reasoning, and sound judgment.

Working Conditions:

Normal distribution center/office environment. Some travel may be required.

Position will be located in Rockford, Michigan; however, a few days per week will be working at the Howard City, Michigan Distribution Center.

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The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills which may be required.

Wolverine Worldwide, Inc. is committed to creating a company that is as diverse as our consumers. We value the differences in one another and believe our differences make us stronger. Our diverse and inclusive corporate culture starts with the recruitment process. We are committed to being an equal opportunity employer. We aim to create equal opportunities for our associates, customers, and suppliers regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other legally protected characteristic.