Industrial Engineer- Warehouse Operations

Ingram Micro; California (MO); On-site; USD 85,800 - 137,300; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Paid time off

401(k) plan with company match

Job summary

Ingram Micro in California, Missouri is looking for a Facilities Engineer to drive continuous improvement and optimize operations in their facility. This role offers real ownership in a fast-paced environment dealing with ITAD and reverse logistics.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and over 3 years of relevant experience. Benefits include healthcare, paid time off, and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of Industrial Engineering experience, including 1 year in warehouse or logistics.
• Proficiency in statistical analysis and process mapping.
• Experience leading moderate-complexity projects and translating data into actionable insights.

Responsibilities

• Design and optimize workflows and operational processes.
• Conduct time studies to maximize resource utilization.
• Lead facility expansion and optimization projects.

Skills

Process improvement

Data analysis

Workflow analysis

Facility planning

Capacity planning

Labor planning

Productivity optimization

Education

Bachelor’s in Industrial, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, or Operations Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Power BI

AutoCAD

Visio

Job description

Accelerate your career. Join the organization that’s driving the world's technology and shape the future.

Ingram Micro is a leading technology company for the global information technology ecosystem. With the ability to reach nearly 90% of the global population, we play a vital role in the worldwide IT sales channel, bringing products and services from technology manufacturers and cloud providers to business‑to‑business technology experts. Our market reach, diverse solutions and services portfolio, and digital platform Ingram Micro Xvantage™ set us apart. Learn more at www.ingrammicro.com.

Come join our team where you’ll make technology happen in surprising ways. Let’s shape tomorrow – it’ll be a fun journey!

Facilities Engineer

About The Role

Ingram Micro Commerce & Lifecycle Services (CLS) helps the world's leading brands optimize their supply chains and accelerate business growth. We provide end‑to‑end solutions that connect supply and demand across the Commerce, Technology, and Mobility industries. From global logistics and reverse logistics to device lifecycle management and IT Asset Disposition (ITAD), our innovative solutions support customers ranging from fast‑growing startups to Fortune 100 enterprises.

We're hiring an Industrial Engineer to drive continuous improvement, optimize operations, and support within our growing facility. This is a high‑visibility, hands‑on role with real ownership. If you’re a data‑driven problem solver who thrives in a fast‑paced ITAD and reverse logistics environment, we want to hear from you.

What You’ll Do

• Design, document, and optimize workflows, SOPs, and operational processes to improve efficiency, quality, and scalability across warehouse and ITAD operations.
• Conduct time studies, labor planning, work measurement, and capacity modeling to establish performance standards and maximize resource utilization.
• Analyze facility layouts, material flow, equipment, and space utilization to drive productivity and safety improvements.
• Lead and support facility expansion, redesign, and optimization projects— including workflow design, capacity planning, and operational readiness.
• Evaluate and recommend automation, equipment, and technology enhancements that improve capabilities and scalability.
• Develop cost‑benefit analyses, ROI models, and business cases to support capital investment decisions.
• Manage engineering projects end‑to‑end, delivering on time and in alignment with business objectives.
• Support ITAD, reverse logistics, refurbishment, and device lifecycle operations by developing and improving testing, diagnostics, and data sanitization processes.
• Monitor operational performance, identify issues through root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions.
• Partner with operations leadership to manage SLAs, address customer‑related challenges, and improve service delivery.
• Establish and standardize best practices, work methods, and operating procedures for consistent, sustainable execution.
• Promote workplace safety through ergonomic improvements, accident prevention initiatives, and compliance with company policies.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, or Operations Engineering (or equivalent experience).
• 3+ years of Industrial Engineering experience, including at least 1 year in a warehouse, logistics, ITAD, reverse logistics, repair, or refurbishment environment.
• Demonstrated expertise in process improvement, workflow analysis, facility planning, capacity planning, labor planning, and productivity optimization.
• Proficiency in statistical analysis, process mapping, work measurement, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Experience leading moderate‑complexity projects and translating data into actionable operational recommendations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and data analysis tools; ability to build clear, data‑driven business cases.

Preferred Qualifications

• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification.
• Hands‑on experience in ITAD, electronics processing, reverse logistics, or device lifecycle management.
• Familiarity with WMS, LMS, Power BI, AutoCAD, or Visio.
• Experience supporting warehouse expansions, automation projects, or multi‑site operations.

Why Ingram Micro CLS?

Join a growing global operation that supports the world's leading technology brands. You'll solve complex challenges, influence real capital decisions, and build a career at the intersection of engineering, logistics, and technology, with a team that values innovation and results.

The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $85,800.00 - $137,300.00 per year.

The ranges above reflect the potential annual base pay across the U.S. for all roles; the applicable base pay range will depend on the candidate’s primary work location, pay grade, and variable compensation plan. Individual base pay within each range depends on various factors, in addition to primary work location, such as complexity and responsibility of role, job duties/requirements, and relevant experience and skills. Base pay ranges are reviewed and typically updated each year. Offers are made within the base pay range applicable at the time of hire. New hires starting base pay generally falls in the bottom half (between the minimum and midpoint) of a pay range.

At Ingram Micro certain roles are eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, annual bonus or sales incentives and long‑term incentives. These awards are allocated based on position level and individual performance. U.S.-based employees have access to healthcare benefits, paid time off, parental leave, a 401(k) plan and company match, short‑term and long‑term disability coverage, basic life insurance, and wellbeing benefits, among others.

This is not a complete listing of the job duties. It’s a representation of the things you will be doing, and you may not perform all these duties.

Please be prepared to pass a drug test and successfully pass a pre‑employment (post offer) background check.

Ingram Micro Inc. is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other protected category under applicable law.