Industrial Engineer - Inventory Optimization

Jabil; Grantsville (UT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401K Match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Life, AD&D, Disability Insurance

Commuter Benefits

Pet Insurance

Adoption Assistance

Annual Merit Increases

Volunteer Opportunities

Job summary

Jabil is seeking an Industrial Engineer focused on Inventory Optimization in Utah. The role drives continuous improvement in inventory and material control, aiming to improve accuracy, efficiency, and standardization across operations.

You will lead Lean initiatives, facilitate workshops, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver sustainable process enhancements and measurable gains.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering or related field is required.
• 3+ years in Industrial Engineering, Operational Excellence,Inventory or Supply Chain roles.
• Lean principles and sustainable process improvements experience.
• Experience with ERP systems, preferably SAP.

Responsibilities

• Lead continuous improvement initiatives in inventory control and material management.
• Analyze processes to improve efficiency, accuracy, and scalability.
• Facilitate VSM, Kaizen events, and process improvement workshops.
• Apply Lean methods to reduce waste and improve performance.
• Develop standardized work instructions and best practices.
• Evaluate workflows, labor use, and process performance using IE principles.
• Identify opportunities for automation and standardization.
• Design controls to sustain improvements and partner with cross-functional teams.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Inventory Control

Data Analysis

Cross-functional Collaboration

Problem Solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering

Tools

SAP ERP

Power BI

AutoCAD

Microsoft Visio

Microsoft Project

Job description

At Jabil (NYSE: JBL), we are proud to be a trusted partner for the world’s top brands, offering comprehensive engineering, supply chain, and manufacturing solutions. With 60 years of experience across industries and a vast network of over 100 sites worldwide, Jabil combines global reach with local expertise to deliver both scalable and customized solutions. Our commitment extends beyond business success as we strive to build sustainable processes that minimize environmental impact and foster vibrant and diverse communities around the globe.

How will you make an impact?

The Industrial Engineer - Inventory Optimization is responsible for driving continuous improvement across inventory management and material control processes. This role focuses on improving inventory accuracy, reducing operational risk, standardizing processes, and implementing sustainable solutions that increase efficiency and support operational excellence.

What will you do?

• Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on inventory control and material management operations.
• Analyze current processes and develop solutions to improve efficiency, accuracy, and scalability.
• Facilitate Value Stream Mapping (VSM), Kaizen events, and process improvement workshops.
• Apply Lean methodologies to eliminate waste and improve operational performance.
• Develop and maintain standardized work instructions and best practices.
• Evaluate workflows, labor utilization, and process performance using Industrial Engineering principles.
• Identify opportunities for process simplification, automation, and standardization.
• Design and implement controls to sustain process improvements.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to improve inventory accuracy and operational effectiveness.

How will you get here?

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, or a related engineering discipline required.

Experience:

• 3+ years of experience in Industrial Engineering, Operational Excellence, Inventory Control, Materials Management, or Supply Chain Operations.
• Experience leading process improvement initiatives in a manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated success implementing Lean principles and sustainable process improvements.
• Experience with ERP systems, preferably SAP.
• Experience implementing inventory optimization initiatives preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• Strong understanding of Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Knowledge of inventory control, material management, and supply chain processes.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Visio, and Project.
• Ability to analyze data and drive fact-based decision making.
• Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification.
• APICS CPIM certification.
• Experience within an EMS manufacturing environment (Jabil, Flex, Sanmina, Benchmark, Celestica, Plexus, etc.).
• Knowledge of Warehouse Management Systems (WMS).
• Experience with Power BI or advanced analytics tools.
• AutoCAD experience.

What Can Jabil Offer You?

Along with growth, stability, and the opportunity to be challenged, Jabil offers a competitive benefits package that includes:

• Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug, and Vision Insurance with HRA and HSA options
• 401K Match
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance
• Commuter BenefitsEmployee Assistance Program
• Pet Insurance
• Adoption Assistance
• Annual Merit Increases
• Community Volunteer Opportunities

Jabil, including its subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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