Field Supply Chain – Process Engineer

Jobtailor; Bentonville (AR); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Walmart is seeking a Process Improvement intern for a role in our Distribution Center that drives loss elimination and KPI optimization. You will apply 5S, Six Sigma, time-and-motion studies, and Lean tools to reduce variation and improve standard work under senior guidance.

Candidates must have completed a summer 2026 Walmart or Sam's Club internship, hold a Bachelor's in Engineering (or equivalent experience), and be proficient with Microsoft Office. Immigration sponsorship is not available.

Qualifications

• Must have completed a summer 2026 Walmart or Sam's Club internship.
• Immigration sponsorship is not available for this role.
• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or prior experience in Process Improvement, OR 2 years of process improvement or relevant work experience.
• Microsoft Office Suite.
• Analytical skills.
• Preferred: Co-Op/Internship in Manufacturing, Supply Chain, or Distribution with experience applying basic Lean/Continuous Improvement Tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead process improvement projects using 5S, root cause analysis, Six Sigma, and time-and-motion studies to reduce losses in a distribution center.
• Deliver functional-area results through KPI analysis, loss elimination, and standard work creation to reduce process variation.
• Assist with reviewing and responding to process improvement projects owned by area managers.
• Apply network One Best Way playbooks and provide input to Divisional Focused Improvement Teams on project ideation and replication opportunities.
• Support tactical deployment of the Walmart Performance System (WPS) methodology.
• Manage execution of projects addressing top losses and help build capability among area managers and associates.
• Support loss profile analysis, performance metrics, and gap analysis for WPS integration.
• Support Department Managers with WPS programs, projects, associate engagement, and KPI improvements.
• Lead savings projects by removing losses from processes.
• Coordinate and oversee job-related activities and assignments, stakeholder relationships, plans, goals, accountability, progress measurement, and improvement opportunities.
• Provide supervision and development opportunities for associates through hiring, training, mentoring, duty assignment, recognition, and fostering belonging.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures and support Walmart's mission, values, ethics, and integrity standards.

Skills

Process Improvement

Six Sigma

KPI Analysis

Lean Tools

Project Management

Analytical Skills

Continuous Improvement

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Responsibilities

• Lead process improvement tools and methods, including 5S, root cause analysis, Six Sigma, and time and motion studies, to eliminate losses in a Distribution Center
• Deliver functional-area results through KPI analysis, loss elimination, and standard work creation to reduce process variation
• Assist with reviewing and responding to process improvement projects owned by area managers
• Apply network One Best Way playbooks and provide input to Divisional Focused Improvement Teams on project ideation and replication opportunities
• Support tactical deployment of the Walmart Performance System (WPS) methodology
• Manage execution of projects addressing top losses and help build capability among area managers and associates
• Support loss profile analysis, performance metrics, and gap analysis for WPS integration
• Support Department Managers with WPS programs, projects, associate engagement, and KPI improvements
• Lead savings projects by removing losses from processes
• Coordinate and oversee job-related activities and assignments, stakeholder relationships, plans, goals, accountability, progress measurement, and improvement opportunities
• Provide supervision and development opportunities for associates through hiring, training, mentoring, duty assignment, recognition, and fostering belonging
• Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures and support Walmart's mission, values, ethics, and integrity standards

Requirements

• Must have completed a summer 2026 Walmart or Sam's Club internship
• Immigration sponsorship is not available for this role
• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or prior experience in Process Improvement, OR 2 years of process improvement or relevant work experience
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Analytical skills
• Preferred: Co-Op/Internship in Manufacturing, Supply Chain, or Distribution with experience applying basic Lean/Continuous Improvement Tools

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in process improvement methodologies such as Six Sigma and Lean tools, with a strong focus on KPI analysis and loss elimination in a distribution environment. Capable of leading projects, mentoring associates, and ensuring compliance with organizational standards.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Process Improvement
• Six Sigma
• KPI Analysis
• Lean Tools
• Project Management

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Root Cause Analysis
• Time And Motion Studies
• Standard Work Creation
• Loss Elimination
• Walmart Performance System (WPS)
• Analytical Skills
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Continuous Improvement

Soft Skills

• Mentoring
• Supervision
• Stakeholder Management

Industry Keywords

• Distribution Center
• Manufacturing
• Supply Chain
• Process Variation
• Compliance