Industrial Engineer - Lean Supply Chain Optimizer

Nippon Sanso Matheson; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

The Nippon Sanso Matheson is seeking a Supply Chain Industrial Engineer to analyze and improve supply chain processes, enhancing efficiency and reducing costs across operations, logistics, manufacturing, procurement, and warehousing. The role focuses on optimizing material flow, inventory management, and facility layouts, using Lean, Six Sigma, and data analytics.

Strong collaboration and communication with cross-functional teams are essential to drive continuous improvement and automation

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or related field.
• 2-5+ years of experience in supply chain, manufacturing, logistics, or industrial engineering.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or Continuous Improvement methodologies.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and data analysis tools.
• Experience with ERP systems (such as SAP or Oracle) and Warehouse Management Systems (WMS).
• Knowledge of warehouse operations, inventory control, and logistics.

Responsibilities

• Analyze supply chain operations to identify improvement opportunities.
• Design and implement process improvements using Lean, Six Sigma, and Industrial Engineering principles.
• Optimize warehouse layouts, labor utilization, and material flow.
• Develop labor standards and productivity metrics.
• Conduct time studies and workflow analysis.
• Improve inventory management and replenishment strategies.
• Analyze transportation and distribution networks to reduce costs and improve service levels.
• Use simulation and data analysis tools to evaluate operational performance.
• Create dashboards and reports to monitor KPIs.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support automation and technology implementation projects.
• Develop standard operating procedures (SOPs) and work instructions.
• Ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma

Data analysis

ERP systems

WMS

Excel

Inventory control

Process optimization

Time and motion studies

Project management

Communication and teamwork

Education

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

Tools

SAP

Oracle

WMS

Job description

The Nippon Sanso Matheson is seeking a Supply Chain Industrial Engineer to analyze and improve supply chain processes, enhancing efficiency and reducing costs across operations, logistics, manufacturing, procurement, and warehousing. The role focuses on optimizing material flow, inventory management, and facility layouts, using Lean, Six Sigma, and data analytics.

Strong collaboration and communication with cross-functional teams are essential to drive continuous improvement and automation