Senior Industrial Engineer - Distribution & Automation

Penguin Random House; Westminster, Northern (MD, KY); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Penguin Random House is seeking a driven Operations Services professional at Westminster, MD to support distribution operations, data analysis, and project work across sites. The role involves collaboration with multiple functions, process improvements, and involvement in large-scale automation initiatives.

Ideal candidates have strong analytical skills, experience with WMS or material handling, and a track record of leading cross-functional projects in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience in industrial engineering, supply chain operations, or related field.
• 5–10 years of relevant experience in industrial engineering, supply chain, distribution, or manufacturing.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Advanced Excel with complex formulas.
• Excellent PC skills including Microsoft Office.
• Ability to prioritize, manage multiple projects, and adapt to change.
• Ability to collaborate across functions and levels.
• Experience leading cross-functional projects.
• Experience working with external vendors.
• Experience extracting and summarizing large data sets.
• Experience implementing and supporting WMS, automation, or material handling.

Responsibilities

• Support distribution network initiatives and cross-site collaboration.
• Analyze processes and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Develop analyses in Excel and communicate findings clearly to stakeholders.
• Contribute to distribution operations projects and system implementations.
• Assist in training and knowledge transfer across teams.

Skills

Analytical skills

Excel skills

Communication skills

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Warehouse management systems

Education

Bachelors in industrial engineering or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Warehouse management systems

Job description

Penguin Random House is seeking a driven Operations Services professional at Westminster, MD to support distribution operations, data analysis, and project work across sites. The role involves collaboration with multiple functions, process improvements, and involvement in large-scale automation initiatives.

Ideal candidates have strong analytical skills, experience with WMS or material handling, and a track record of leading cross-functional projects in a fast-paced environment.