Industrial Engineer

AirLife; Glendale (AZ); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

AirLife is seeking a fully onsite Industrial Engineer for its Litchfield Park, AZ Distribution Center. This role involves providing engineering support, driving labor optimization, and improving productivity through analytics and technology.

The ideal candidate will have 3+ years of experience in Industrial Engineering and a Bachelor's degree in a related field. Responsibilities include developing labor standards, conducting training, and creating productivity improvement playbooks.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in Industrial Engineering.
• Proficient in RF scanning and warehouse management systems preferred.
• Experience in semi and fully automated material handling systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop, validate, and maintain time-studied standards for each function.
• Create a culture of performance management through productivity meetings.
• Provide training on labor management to operations teams.
• Evaluate and recommend on layouts and equipment for productivity optimization.
• Write SOPs for operations and ensure employee training.

Skills

Distribution center/logistics concepts

Data-driven decision-making

Problem-solving skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Project management

Analytical skills

Power BI proficiency

Developing engineered labor standards

Continuous improvement knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or equivalent

Tools

Power BI

MS Office

Warehouse Management Systems

Job description

AirLife is looking for a fully onsite Industrial Engineer to join our Litchfield Park, AZ Distribution Center. We are open to assisting with relocation to the area for the right candidate.

Position Summary

The Industrial Engineer will provide engineering and project support to Distribution Centers. Drive labor optimization by improving productivity through engineered labor standards, KPIs, technology and continuous improvement initiatives supports day‑to‑day distribution center performance through data analytics, labor management analysis, and visual management tools. This role focuses on using statistical analysis and operational data to improve labor efficiency, productivity, and workflow visibility within the distribution center while supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

Position Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Distribution center/logistics concepts – understanding of warehousing best practices.
• Ability to drive decision making through data and relevant business metrics.
• Ability to resolve problems in a timely manner with little or no supervision.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work cross functionally.
• Must be able to utilize problem solving techniques to identify root causes of failures and solutions to meet targets.
• Strong business planning and analytical skills including market intelligence, metrics, financial and analysis.
• Ability to manage project portfolio of varying priorities and impact value.
• Strong computer skills including Power BI, MS Office and MSD/ MOST experience preferred.
• Experience in developing engineered labor standards.
• Continuous improvement experience and knowledge of CI methodologies preferred.
• Experience within the distribution/warehouse/logistics industry preferred.
• Proficient in RF Scanning and Warehouse Management Systems preferred.
• Experience in semi and fully automated material handling systems a plus.

Level Of Experience

• 3+ years of work experience in Industrial Engineering.

Level Of Education

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Industrial Engineering or equivalent degree such as Supply Chain, Operations, Engineering, Logistics is required.

Travel

• Up to 10%.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Develop, validate, and maintain time‑studied standards for overall operation and for each function.
• Create a culture of performance management through leader standard work, productivity meetings and KPI.
• Provide training to operations teams on labor management and associated systems.
• Create a playbook of productivity improvements using CI/Lean principles and technology.
• Write all SOPs for operations and ensure employee training program in place.
• Evaluate and make recommendations on layouts, MHE and other equipment to optimize productivity.

Other Responsibilities

• Uphold and embody AirLife’s values in all aspects of work.
• Demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness in daily work; look for ways to improve and promote quality & safety.
• Inspire the trust of others; treat people with respect and dignity and embrace the value of diversity.
• Use time efficiently; perform job accurately, thoroughly, and conserve Company resources to improve profits.
• Contribute to building and maintaining a positive team environment.
• Assure all policies and guidelines are implemented and followed.

Please note: The responsibilities outlined above are not exhaustive and may evolve over time. The role holder may be required to undertake additional duties as reasonably expected to meet the needs of the company.