Industrial Engineer 2 - Supply Chain - Marlboro Distribution Center

Nordstrom; Upper Marlboro (MD); On-site; USD 88,000 - 146,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Vision

PTO & Holidays

Merchandise Discount

Job summary

Nordstrom is seeking an Industrial Engineer 2, Supply Chain to apply industrial engineering principles to processes, systems, and equipment. You will partner with Supply Chain Operations leadership and FCs/DCs to drive data-driven improvements and automation to simplify workflows.

The role emphasizes data collection/analysis, time studies, Lean Six Sigma, standard work, and cross-functional collaboration to deliver efficient distribution and fulfillment operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial and Systems Engineering.
• Experience with data collection/analysis and continuous improvement.
• Familiarity with Lean Six Sigma and time studies recommended.

Responsibilities

• Collects data and performs complex data analysis to drive improvements.
• Leverages Lean Six Sigma to optimize current operations.
• Conducts time and motion studies and supports standard work initiatives.
• Creates AutoCAD layouts for space planning and process design.
• Collaborates with leadership and delivery teams on data-driven solutions.

Skills

Data analysis

Lean Six Sigma

Time studies

Standard Work

Communication

Simulation

Space planning

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial and Systems Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Simulation

SQL query

Job description

At Nordstrom, we strive for engineering excellence and the Industrial Engineer 2, Supply Chain contributes to that by applying industrial engineering discipline on both established and new processes, systems, and equipment. This person will partner with our Supply Chain Operations leadership and associates within fulfillment centers (FCs) and Distribution Centers (DCs) and should have industry intelligence to provide creative solutions for process improvement and automation to further simplify work flows and operations.

A day in the life

• Collects data and performs complex data analysis to understand current state conditions that will be used to drive continuous improvement ideas, capacity analysis, cost/benefit analysis, and change initiatives and projects
• Leverages continuous improvement methodologies (e.g., Lean Six Sigma) to optimize, lead, and provide supply chain solutions for current and future operations for small to medium
• Performs time and motion studies, has experience with predetermined time systems (e.g., MOST, MSD, MTM), indirect time, & PF&D. Detects gaps between observed time and labor standards, and develops key insights to improve productivity
• Leads Standard Work efforts in collaboration with operations and continuous improvement teams
• Develops knowledge of distribution and fulfillment best practices and engineering standards. Leverages best practices and engineering standards in the development and deployment of solutions
• Creates and delivers AutoCAD Layout for moderately scaled space planning and process design
• Analyze and evaluate methods for optimal operations. Outlines alternatives for processes, equipment, and system design
• Develops a level of understanding to work with technical documentation, including architectural, mechanical, electrical and software to assess designs and issues as required, with guidance from supervisor
• Works with operations, product management, and other business partners to deliver data driven solutions
• Utilizes project management methodologies to manage medium complexity projects
• Develops skills in discrete simulation and capacity analysis

You own this if you have...

• Minimum of 3 years’ Industrial Engineering or Manufacturing Engineering Experience
• Prior experience with Supply Chain Distribution/Fulfillment (e-Com) environment desired
• Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial and Systems Engineering
• AutoCAD, simulation, and SQL query experience highly desired
• Strong understanding and application of end-to-end Industrial Engineering discipline, processes, and tools
• Experience interacting and communicating clearly/concisely with senior leadership

Pay Range Details

The pay range(s) below has been provided in compliance with state specific laws. Pay ranges may be different for other locations. Pay offers are dependent on the location, as well as job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. $87,500.00 - $145,500.00 Annual

Benefits

Our employees are our most important asset and that’s reflected in our benefits. Nordstrom is proud to offer a variety of benefits to support employees and their families, including:

• Medical/Vision, Dental, Retirement and Paid Time Away
• Life Insurance and Disability
• Merchandise Discount and EAP Resources

This position may be eligible for performance-based incentives/bonuses. Benefits include 401k, medical/vision/dental/life/disability insurance options, PTO accruals, Holidays, and more. Eligibility requirements may apply based on location, job level, classification, and length of employment. Learn more in the Nordstrom Benefits Overview by copying and pasting the following URL into your browser: https://careers.nordstrom.com/pdfs/Ben_Overview_16.pdf

A few more important points...

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