Industrial Engineer - Distribution & Kaizen

Lippert Components; South Bend (IN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Lippert Components is seeking an Industrial Engineer to design, optimize, and continuously improve distribution network operations across its aftermarket business. The role supports multiple distribution centers and evaluates new facilities tied to growth, acquisitions, and mergers.

The engineer will leverage data analysis, facility design, and process improvement methodologies to enhance efficiency, safety, and customer service. Travel up to 50% is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering.
• Minimum of 10 years of industrial, distribution, supply chain, or logistics design experience.
• Experience supporting warehouse or distribution center operations.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and data analysis tools.
• Experience leading cross-functional projects from concept through implementation.

Responsibilities

• Analyze the Value Stream Map at each Distribution Center; develop standards and identify opportunities for continuous improvement while prioritizing safety.
• Determine the cost-per-unit at each step in the value stream.
• Lead Kaizen events with local leadership teams to promote productivity improvements and eliminate waste; standardize network operations.
• Develop, measure, and analyze productivity KPIs; recommend process, equipment, and human capital improvements.
• Support the implementation of Work Force Management.
• Handle storage system design, quotes, and implementations at Distribution Centers.
• Support Distribution Center startups and relocations.
• Evaluate Material Handling Equipment needs and recommend improvements.
• Lead efforts to automate Distribution Center Operations.
• Adjacent project work as assigned by VP Operations.

Skills

Data analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Leadership

Process improvement

Safety awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Data analysis tools

Job description

Lippert Components is seeking an Industrial Engineer to design, optimize, and continuously improve distribution network operations across its aftermarket business. The role supports multiple distribution centers and evaluates new facilities tied to growth, acquisitions, and mergers.

The engineer will leverage data analysis, facility design, and process improvement methodologies to enhance efficiency, safety, and customer service. Travel up to 50% is required.