Industrial Engineer

DeKalb Health; New York (NY); On-site; USD 100,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

401(k) Plan with Company Match

Company-Paid Life Insurance

Company-Paid Disability Coverage

Employee product discounts

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Baldor is hiring an Industrial Engineer I to join our food distribution network. You will work with senior engineers to observe operations, collect data, and support improvement efforts across the network. The role emphasizes clean data, clear documentation, and building judgment for future independent work.

You will learn Lean fundamentals, apply data discipline, and develop an understanding of conveyor systems and automation on throughput as you grow in the IE career path.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Supply Chain, or related field.
• 2-4 years in industrial engineering, operations, or a distribution/warehouse environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, formulas, charting).
• Familiarity with basic process mapping tools (Visio).
• Clear written and verbal communication; attention to detail and data discipline.

Responsibilities

• Conduct time studies, labor observations, and throughput counts on pick, pack, and receiving operations.
• Document current-state workflows using process maps, swim lane diagrams, and structured observation notes.
• Identify basic inefficiencies with supporting data and elevate them to senior engineers.
• Collect, clean, and organize operational data from ERP, WMS and manual logs to identify basic patterns.
• Prepare weekly and ad-hoc performance reports with tables, charts, and trend summaries.
• Monitor KPI dashboards and flag performance gaps against established baselines.
• Draft and maintain standard operating procedures and work instructions for assigned areas.
• Keep documentation accurate, version-controlled, and accessible to operations teams.
• Support audits of existing SOPs to confirm alignment with current processes.
• Support senior engineers and project managers with data gathering, scheduling, note-taking, and follow-up actions.
• Track action items and project status in designated tools, and flag overdue items.
• Participate in cross-functional working sessions with operations, IT, facilities, supply chain, and merchandising.
• Learn Lean fundamentals and ERP/WMS basics.
• Apply feedback consistently to improve deliverables.
• Build foundational knowledge of conveyor systems and automation impacts on throughput.

Skills

Data/BI

Layout/Design

Communication

Mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain

Related field

Tools

Excel (Pivot, formulas, charting)

Visio

ERP/WMS systems

Job description

• Location 155 Food Center Drive,Bronx, NY, 10474,United States


• Base Pay $100,000.00 - $110,000.00 / Year


• Job Category Warehouse Operations


• Employee Type Full-Time


• Manage Others No

Position Overview

The Industrial Engineer I is the entry point to the IE career path at Baldor. You work with senior engineers to observe operations, collect data, and support improvement efforts across the food distribution network. Success in this role means learning quickly, executing accurately, and knowing when to ask for help. The focus is on clean data, clear documentation, and building the judgment needed for future independent work.

Key Responsibilities

Process Observation & Analysis

• Conduct time studies, labor observations, and throughput counts on pick, pack, and receiving operations.


• Document current-state workflows using process maps, swim lane diagrams, and structured observation notes.


• Identify basic inefficiencies with supporting data and elevate them to senior engineers.

Data Collection & Reporting

• Collect, clean, and organize operational data from ERP, WMS and manual logs to identify basic patterns.


• Prepare weekly and ad-hoc performance reports with tables, charts, and trend summaries.


• Monitor KPI dashboards and flag performance gaps against established baselines.

Documentation & SOPs

• Draft and maintain standard operating procedures and work instructions for assigned areas.


• Keep documentation accurate, version-controlled, and accessible to operations teams.


• Support audits of existing SOPs to confirm alignment with current processes.

Project Support

• Support senior engineers and project managers with data gathering, scheduling, note-taking, and follow-up actions.


• Track action items and project status in designated tools, and flag overdue items.


• Participate in cross-functional working sessions with operations, IT, facilities, supply chain, and merchandising.

Learning & Development

• Learn Lean fundamentals and ERP/WMS basics.


• Apply feedback consistently to improve deliverables.


• Build foundational knowledge of conveyor systems and automation impacts on throughput.

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Supply Chain, or related field.

Experience:2-4 years in industrial engineering, operations, or a distribution/warehouse environment. Internships and academic projects are considered.

Core Skills:

• Data/BI : Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, formulas, charting).


• Layout/Design : Familiarity with basic process mapping tools (Visio or equivalent).


• Communication : Clear written and verbal communication; able to present findings cleanly without over-explanation.


• Mindset : Strong data discipline, attention to detail, and a self-starter approach to problem-solving.

Preferred Qualifications

• Exposure to Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma concepts (coursework or certification)


• Experience with ERP or WMS systems in an academic or internship setting


• Prior work in a food service, logistics, or distribution environment

Summary

About Baldor

Since our beginnings as part of the iconic Greenwich Village retail store, Balducci’s, Baldor has upheld its original promise—to curate and deliver the finest ingredients from around the world. For more than 30 years, we have supported the food industry using cutting-edge logistics, a modern supply chain, and an unwavering commitment to service. Today, we are the trusted distribution partner for top hotels, restaurants, country clubs, hospitals, nursing homes, and culinary professionals across the region.

Baldor is committed to supporting the well-being, stability, and long-term success of our employees. We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package, including:

• Paid Time Off: Vacation, sick time, paid company holidays & floating holidays


• 401(k) Plan with Company Match


• Company-Paid Life Insurance


• Company-Paid Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Coverage


• Employee discounts on Baldor products


• Career growth and development opportunities

Note: Benefits may vary based on position and employment status.

Join Our Team

If youwant to make an impact at a rapidly growing organization, we’d love to meet you. and help shape the future of specialty food distribution with Baldor!