Industrial Engineer: Lean DC Optimization & JDA/LMS

KeHE Distributors, LLC; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 71,000 - 104,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/Rx

Dental

Vision

401(k)

Paid time off

Paid sick time

Short term & long term disability

ESOP

Holiday pay

Job summary

KeHE Distributors, LLC is seeking an Industrial Engineer to optimize distribution center operations across multiple sites. You will apply expertise in Red Prairie/JDA/Blue Yonder Labor Management, time studies, AutoCAD, and Lean principles to improve efficiency and reduce costs within our distribution network.

The role requires collaboration with cross-functional teams, strong analytical skills, and the ability to travel up to 25%–70% as needed to sites across states.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Logistics, or a related field is required.
• Minimum of 4+ years of experience in industrial engineering with a focus on JDA Labor Management, time studies, AutoCAD, and Lean engineering principles.
• Lean training and/or certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develops and implements labor standards, accurate labor forecasting, performance tracking, and workforce optimization by utilizing BlueYonder or other labor management software.
• Conducts time studies to establish baseline data for operational processes and identifies areas for improvement and efficiency gains.
• Utilizes AutoCAD software to design and layout efficient distribution center floor plans to optimize space utilization and flow of materials.
• Maintains engineered labor standards and updates standards as needed across processes and facilities.
• Stays up to date with industry trends and best practices in distribution and process engineering to identify innovative solutions.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Travel readiness

Multi-project management

Independent work

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Logistics, or related field

Lean training/certification

Tools

JDA/Blue Yonder Labor Management

AutoCAD

Microsoft Power BI

Microsoft Excel

Job description

KeHE Distributors, LLC is seeking an Industrial Engineer to optimize distribution center operations across multiple sites. You will apply expertise in Red Prairie/JDA/Blue Yonder Labor Management, time studies, AutoCAD, and Lean principles to improve efficiency and reduce costs within our distribution network.

The role requires collaboration with cross-functional teams, strong analytical skills, and the ability to travel up to 25%–70% as needed to sites across states.