Industrial Engineer

rdscareers; Romeoville (IL); On-site; USD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Plans

401(k) with company match

Vacation Pay & Paid Holidays

Life and Accident Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Job summary

ReaderLink is seeking an Industrial Engineer to optimize a high-volume distribution network in Romeoville, IL. You will own the Labor Management System, lead DC productivity initiatives, and partner with operations on capacity modeling and system integration (Blue Yonder LMS).

The role requires hands-on data analysis, cross-functional influence, and on-floor engagement in a fast-paced environment. Travel up to 10% may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field is required.
• 3–5 years of engineering experience is required.
• 3–5 years of business planning experience is required.
• Minimum 2 years with Blue Yonder (BY), including WMS/LMS data structures and reporting.
• Proficient in Excel and Visio; AutoCAD for facility layout is preferred.
• SQL knowledge for in-depth operational analysis.
• Lean principles and simulation software experience.
• Strong communication across all levels of the organization.
• Willingness to travel up to 10%.

Responsibilities

• Own and advance the Labor Management System development and deployment.
• Improve productivity and manage system performance in warehouses.
• Maintain facility drawings in AutoCAD; publish capacity reports.
• Lead slotting optimization and DC network strategies to cut costs.
• Develop SOPs and a Visual Factory with 6S and visual controls.
• Support labor planning models across multiple facilities.
• Analyze DC data to identify improvement opportunities.
• Communicate findings clearly to stakeholders.

Skills

Engineering

Blue Yonder

Data analysis

SQL

Lean principles

AutoCAD

Visio

Excel

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

Visio

Job description

The Industrial Engineer is responsible for developing, implementing, and sustaining optimal, cost-effective distribution processes, engineered labor standards, and labor management systems across ReaderLink's multi-site distribution network. This role leads initiatives that improve productivity, increase operational efficiency, and reduce cost through data-driven engineering practices, PMTS-based labor standards, LMS/WMS optimization, and continuous improvement leadership. The Industrial Engineer partners heavily with Operations to support network planning, capacity modeling, automation readiness, and system integration (Blue Yonder LMS). The role requires significant on-floor engagement, hands-on analytical work, and strong cross-functional influence to drive sustainable change in a high-volume distribution environment.

What You Will Be Doing:

• Serve as the main owner of the Labor Management System, collaborating with relevant teams to ensure its successful development and implementation.
• Maintain and advance productivity and management focus for warehouse systems with on-floor presence.
• Maintain accurate drawings of all facilities using AutoCAD and Microsoft Visio; analyze space needs and publish routine capacity/space reports.
• Lead slotting optimization and develop DC network strategies to minimize cost and improve flow.
• Develop SOPs and process flow charts for all departments; build a "Visual Factory" via 6S and visual controls.
• Assist DC managers and labor planners in integrating labor planning models across facilities.
• Analytical: self-sufficient analyzing complex DC data; synthesize insights to identify opportunities.
• Problem Solving: resolve issues quickly; gather/analyze information skillfully; maintain confidentiality.
• Interpersonal: open to others’ ideas; willing to test and implement new approaches.
• Oral & Written Communication: clear, persuasive communication; present numerical data effectively.
• Quality Orientation: accuracy and thoroughness; monitor own work to ensure quality.
• Planning/Organizing: prioritize and manage multiple initiatives; strong time management.
• Adaptability: manage competing demands and frequent change effectively.
• Dependability & Initiative: reliable, self-directed, and proactive in seizing improvement opportunities.
• Other duties may be assigned, directed, or requested.

What You Will Need:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business or a related field is required.
• Minimum three (3) to five (5) years of engineering experience is required.
• Minimum three (3) to five (5) years of business planning experience is required.
• Minimum two (2) years of experience with Blue Yonder (BY), including WMS/LMS data structures, system implementation, and reporting, is required.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Access) and Visio; experience using AutoCAD for facility layout design and maintenance.
• Developed and implemented study strategies to improve operational efficiency.
• Utilized SQL and data querying for in-depth operational analysis.
• Applied Lean principles and leveraged simulation software to optimize processes.
• Must have excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to speak with all levels of the organization and outside partners.
• Ability to communicate complicated information to others.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret written documents, reports, and computer screens for extended periods while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
• Must be proficient in basic mathematics: addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
• Ability to do algebra, calculate figures and amounts and apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
• A methodical and organized approach to problem-solving.
• Strong analytical and reasoning skills with the ability to evaluate alternatives, identify process improvements, eliminate waste, and implement effective solutions that enhance efficiency and workflow.
• Regular exposure to distribution center environments, including noise, dust, and varying temperatures; use of appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) may be required.
• Work is performed in both distribution center and professional office settings, supporting operational analysis, process improvement initiatives, documentation, reporting, and project planning activities. The work performed is in an office environment.
• The work performed is in an office environment.
• This role will be based out of the Romeoville Distribution Center and will require onsite presence five days per week.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate at low decibels.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced, team environment.
• Employee is occasionally exposed to vibration and dust.
• Willingness to travel up to 10%.

Salary:

$125,000.00 - $150,000.00

Employee Benefits Include But Are Not Limited To:

• Health Plans -Medical, Dental & Prescription
• Flexible Spending Accounts -Health & Dependent Care
• Life and Accident Insurance
• Vacation Pay & Paid Holidays
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Author Events
• Publisher-sponsored Book Club

ReaderLink is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, or status as an individual with a disability. EOE/Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran.

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