Continuous Improvement Engineer I: WMS & Automation Lead

Stord; North Haven (CT); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Stord is seeking a Continuous Improvement Engineer to join the Operational Excellence team. You will lead material flow analysis, facility planning, and optimization for warehouse operations, leveraging WMS knowledge and fulfillment robotics to drive efficiency and scalability.

You will evaluate warehousing tech, support CAD-based space planning with AutoCAD/SketchUp, and collaborate across teams to meet ISO 9001, GMP, and FDA requirements while delivering measurable improvements in throughput

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations, Business Administration, or a related STEM discipline.
• 1+ years of full-time experience in warehouse planning, material flow planning, fulfillment operations, or supply chain/logistics consulting.
• Experience with Lean, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies within manufacturing, warehousing, or fulfillment/distribution environments.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, SketchUp, or similar facility layout and design tools.
• Experience working with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS).
• Working knowledge of quality management and regulatory standards, including ISO 9001, GMP, and FDA guidelines.
• Strong numerical, analytical, and conceptual problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate data into actionable operational improvements.
• High degree of accuracy, attention to detail, and accountability.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across local and remote teams.
• Ability to manage multiple competing priorities while maintaining a strong customer and operational focus.

Responsibilities

• Lead material flow analysis and facility area planning for warehouse operations, serving as a subject matter expert on onsite Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and fulfillment robotics.
• Evaluate and recommend warehousing technologies and automation solutions for fulfillment sites across the US.
• Support the evaluation and procurement of supply chain solutions, including hardware, software, and supporting technologies.
• Drive the implementation of material handling systems and automation solutions that improve facility capacity, throughput, and productivity.
• Develop and execute continuous improvement initiatives across fulfillment center operations, reinforcing STORD's commitment to Operational Excellence.
• Conduct motion and time studies to establish and refine engineered labor standards.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to support quality management and regulatory compliance, including ISO 9001, GMP, and FDA requirements.
• Develop process flows and optimize warehouse layouts using tools such as AutoCAD and SketchUp.
• Support solutions design and operational planning for large-scale customer opportunities.

Skills

Lean Six Sigma

Analytical skills

Education

Engineering/Operations degree

Tools

AutoCAD

SketchUp

WMS

Job description

Stord is seeking a Continuous Improvement Engineer to join the Operational Excellence team. You will lead material flow analysis, facility planning, and optimization for warehouse operations, leveraging WMS knowledge and fulfillment robotics to drive efficiency and scalability.

You will evaluate warehousing tech, support CAD-based space planning with AutoCAD/SketchUp, and collaborate across teams to meet ISO 9001, GMP, and FDA requirements while delivering measurable improvements in throughput