Senior Process Engineer: Logistics Optimization (Onsite CA)

Avantor; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 78,000 - 124,000; Full time

Job summary

Avantor in the United States seeks a Sr. Process Engineer to partner with business leaders on select projects and productivity improvements aligned with strategy.

The role is onsite at Carpinteria, CA or Bakersfield, CA with travel up to 25% to distribution centers including Carpinteria, Bakersfield, Irving, Visalia. You will drive data-driven logistics optimization and standardize processes.

Qualifications

• College degree in SCM, Logistics or IE or equivalent experience.
• 3+ years in a similar role with distribution/logistics focus.
• Lean Six Sigma knowledge and data-driven improvement mindset.

Responsibilities

• Lead distribution process improvements and standardize data practices.
• Manage projects, track performance, and drive automation initiatives.
• Apply Lean Six Sigma methods to optimize inventory and delivery timelines.
• Collaborate with supply chain, procurement and IT to resolve issues.
• Develop SOPs and training materials for new processes.

Skills

Supply chain analysis

Logistics

Industrial engineering

Project management

Communication

Education

College degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics or Industrial Engineering

Tools

SAP EWM

MS Office Suite

Job description

Avantor in the United States seeks a Sr. Process Engineer to partner with business leaders on select projects and productivity improvements aligned with strategy.

The role is onsite at Carpinteria, CA or Bakersfield, CA with travel up to 25% to distribution centers including Carpinteria, Bakersfield, Irving, Visalia. You will drive data-driven logistics optimization and standardize processes.