Manufacturing Engineer I - Industrial Engineering

Epitec; Nelson (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

Epitec is seeking a SAP EWM Warehouse Process Engineer to support warehouse operations in Mattoon, IL, serving as the on-site SAP EWM expert. You will optimize receiving, storage, picking, packing, and shipping processes and drive improvements across productivity, quality, delivery, safety, and cost.

You will train staff, analyze operational data, and partner with engineers and leadership to sustain continuous improvements in a fully onsite environment in Illinois.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations, Information Systems, or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in warehouse, distribution, manufacturing, or supply chain operations.
• Hands-on experience supporting SAP EWM within a warehouse environment.
• Experience with process improvement, root cause analysis, and corrective action implementation.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary SAP EWM transactional expert for warehouse operations.
• Define, support, and improve receiving, storage, picking, packing, and shipping processes.
• Troubleshoot system and operational issues using root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Analyze warehouse performance data and create visualizations to identify improvement opportunities.
• Train warehouse employees on SAP EWM transactions, processes, and best practices.
• Partner with warehouse associates, supervisors, engineers, and leadership to improve operational performance.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on productivity, quality, delivery, safety, and cost.
• Monitor KPIs and provide data-driven recommendations to enhance warehouse efficiency.

Skills

SAP EWM

Warehouse operations

Root cause analysis

Data analytics

Continuous improvement

KPI tracking

Training

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem solving

Organization

Excel

Reporting tools

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Excel

Reporting tools

Job description

Title

Process Engineer

Location

Nelson Township, Illinois

Details

Contract with ongoing need, opportunity for direct hire, fully onsite role

Pay Rate

40.00 – 43.00/hr. with benefit inclusions

Normal hours

6am-2pm

2nd shift requirements may be needed on occasion, 11am – 7pm

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position now or in the future.

Job Summary

The SAP EWM Warehouse Process Engineer will support warehouse operations in Mattoon, IL by serving as the on‑site SAP EWM subject matter expert. This role will optimize receiving, storage, picking, packing, and shipping processes, support employee training, analyze operational data, and drive improvements in productivity, quality, delivery, safety, and cost.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary SAP EWM transactional expert for warehouse operations.
• Define, support, and improve receiving, storage, picking, packing, and shipping processes.
• Troubleshoot system and operational issues using root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Analyze warehouse performance data and create visualizations to identify improvement opportunities.
• Train warehouse employees on SAP EWM transactions, processes, and best practices.
• Partner with warehouse associates, supervisors, engineers, and leadership to improve operational performance.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on productivity, quality, delivery, safety, and cost.
• Monitor KPIs and provide data-driven recommendations to enhance warehouse efficiency.

Years of Experience and Education

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations, Information Systems, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in warehouse, distribution, manufacturing, or supply chain operations.
• Hands‑on experience supporting SAP EWM within a warehouse environment.
• Experience with process improvement, root cause analysis, and corrective action implementation.

Skills Required

• SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM)
• Warehouse operations and material flow processes
• Root cause analysis and corrective action
• Data analytics and data visualization
• Continuous improvement and process optimization
• KPI tracking and performance analysis
• Employee training and knowledge transfer
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Cross‑functional collaboration
• Problem‑solving and analytical thinking
• Organization and project coordination
• Microsoft Excel and reporting tools
• Ability to communicate effectively with frontline employees through leadership teams
• Team-oriented mindset and strong attention to detail