Industrial Engineer – Distribution & Automation

Bertelsmann; Crawfordsville (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k)

Job summary

Penguin Random House, LLC in Crawfordsville, IN, is seeking an Operations Services analyst to support distribution operations, project management, and data analysis across our network. The role offers exposure to automation projects, goods-to-person systems, and network optimization within a large, global publishing house.

You will work with teams across functions, perform analyses in Excel, and contribute to time studies, costing, and system enhancements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience in industrial engineering, supply chain operations, or related field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Advanced Excel skills with complex formulas.
• Excellent PC skills including Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to prioritize work, manage multiple projects, and adapt to changing conditions.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues across functions and levels of the organization.

Responsibilities

• Support distribution operations analysis and project work.
• Contribute to automation and material handling initiatives.
• Perform time studies and workflow analyses in the warehouse.
• Develop activity-based costing and labor models.
• Collaborate with cross-site teams and vendors.

Skills

Analytical skills

Excel advanced

Communication

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in industrial engineering / supply chain

Tools

Warehouse management systems

Automation systems

Job description

Penguin Random House, LLC in Crawfordsville, IN, is seeking an Operations Services analyst to support distribution operations, project management, and data analysis across our network. The role offers exposure to automation projects, goods-to-person systems, and network optimization within a large, global publishing house.

You will work with teams across functions, perform analyses in Excel, and contribute to time studies, costing, and system enhancements.