Labor Management Engineer

WCM White Cap Management LLC; Connecticut; Hybrid; USD 79,000 - 127,000; Full time

Job summary

White Cap is seeking a Labor Optimization Specialist to improve labor utilization, standards, and workflows across branch operations. You will run time studies, develop standards, and implement data-driven solutions to boost efficiency and service levels.

The role involves collaborating with operations leaders, launching cross-functional improvement initiatives, and ensuring sustainable labor measurement practices. Travel to sites will be required.

Qualifications

• BS/BA in a related discipline required.
• Certified Lean/Six Sigma is preferred in some areas.
• 2–5 years of related experience; MS/MA with 2–4 years acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Analyze labor utilization, productivity, throughput, and performance metrics.
• Conduct time and motion studies and establish labor standards.
• Develop and maintain labor management systems and reporting processes.
• Evaluate branch layouts and workflows; recommend efficiency improvements.
• Apply Lean and Six Sigma to eliminate waste and optimize performance.
• Partner with leaders to drive adoption of standards and SOPs.
• Lead improvement initiatives across cross-functional teams without direct supervision.
• Produce analyses and recommendations to support decision-making.
• Ensure consistency and sustainability of measurement methodologies.

Skills

Data analysis

Labor management

Lean Six Sigma

Time studies

Labor standards

Workforce utilization

Cross-functional coordination

Excel

Education

BS/BA in related discipline

MS/MA in related field

Tools

Workforce management systems

Job description

A position at White Cap isn't your ordinary job. You'll work in an exciting and diverse environment, meet interesting people, and have a variety of career opportunities. The White Cap family is committed to Building Trust on Every Job. We do this by being deeply knowledgeable, fully capable, and always dependable, and our associates are the driving force behind this commitment. Responsible for optimizing workforce utilization, labor standards, productivity, and operational workflows across branch operations. Partners with operations leaders to evaluate labor performance, establish work measurement standards, improve facility layouts, and implement data-driven solutions that enhance efficiency, consistency, and service. Applies continuous improvement methodologies to support operational excellence, drive sustainable results, and strengthen the associate experience.

Major Tasks, Responsibilities and Key Accountabilities

• Analyzes labor utilization, productivity, throughput, and operational performance metrics to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Conducts time and motion studies and establishes accurate, equitable, and repeatable labor standards.
• Develops, implements, and maintains labor management systems, workforce tracking tools, and performance reporting processes.
• Evaluates branch layouts, workflows, and operational processes and recommends solutions that improve efficiency, productivity, and service levels.
• Applies Lean, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies to eliminate waste and optimize operational performance.
• Partners with operations leaders and associates to drive adoption of labor standards, best practices, and standard operating procedures.
• Leads labor management and productivity improvement initiatives by coordinating cross-functional stakeholders and driving execution without direct supervisory authority.
• Creates analyses, reports, and recommendations that support transparent decision-making and operational planning.
• Ensures labor measurement methodologies, productivity standards, and reporting processes are consistent, reliable, and sustainable.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Nature and Scope

Demonstrates skill in data analysis techniques by resolving missing/incomplete information and inconsistencies/anomalies in more complex research/data. Nature of work requires increasing independence; receives guidance only on unusual, complex problems or issues. Work review typically involves periodic review of output by a supervisor and/or direct customers of the process. May provide general guidance/direction to or train junior level support or professional personnel.

Work Environment

Comfortable office environment with occasional exposure to operational sites (e.g., warehouse, distribution, and manufacturing facilities). Most of the time is spent sitting in a comfortable position and there is frequent opportunity to move about. On rare occasions there may be a need to move or lift light articles. Typically requires overnight travel 20% to 50% of the time.

Education and Experience

Typically requires BS/BA in a related discipline. Generally 2-5 years of experience in a related field OR MS/MA and generally 2-4 years of experience in a related field. Certification is required in some areas.

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience analyzing operational data, labor performance metrics, and workforce utilization trends.
• Experience conducting time studies, developing labor standards, and implementing process improvement initiatives.
• Lean Practitioner, Six Sigma Green Belt, or Six Sigma Black Belt certification.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and workforce management, labor management, or productivity measurement systems.
• Experience supporting facility layout optimization and workflow design initiatives.

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For Connecticut job seekers

Pay Range $79,000.00-$127,300.00 Annual Connecticut law requires the posting of the salary range for advertised jobs. This range is determined based based on market data and internal pay practices to establish a minimum and maximum value for a job. Individual base pay is determined based on a variety of elements including experience, skills, internal equity and other factors. For additional details on benefits, please review the full job description on White Cap Jobs White Cap and its affiliates serve as a one-stop shop, providing concrete accessories and chemicals, tools and equipment, building materials and fasteners, erosion and waterproofing products, and safety products to professional contractors by meeting their distinct and customized supply needs in non-residential, infrastructure, and residential end markets. White Cap operates approximately 500 branches across North America with more than 11,000 employees supporting approximately 200,000 customers. For more information about White Cap, visit about.whitecap.com.