Senior Process Improvement Engineer (Distribution Center)

Walmart; Saint James (MN); On-site; USD 104,000 - 156,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) / Stock purchase plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Walmart is seeking a results-driven Process Improvement Engineer for its Distribution Center in Saint James, MO. You will own initiatives to reduce losses, standardize best-in-class methods, and advance the Walmart Performance System (WPS) across the operation.

You will lead 5S, root cause analysis, Six Sigma, and time and motion studies, analyze KPIs, and drive scalable improvements while partnering with site leaders to build capability and sustain gains.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related field with 3 years of Process Improvement experience.
• Microsoft Office Suite, analytical skills.
• Process or Value Stream Simulation knowledge.
• Demonstrated project ownership resulting in sustainable, long term savings

Responsibilities

• Lead process improvement efforts using 5S, root cause analysis, Six Sigma, and time and motion studies to eliminate losses.
• Analyze KPIs, drive loss elimination, and create standard work to reduce process variation.
• Manage execution of top-loss projects, identify savings, lead projects, and support WPS integration.
• Apply new network “One Best Way” playbooks, provide feedback to Divisional Focused Improvement Teams on project ideas and replication opportunities, and assist area managers with process improvement projects.
• Support department and area managers with WPS programs, associate engagement, KPI improvement, and tactical deployment of WPS methodologies within the process area.
• Coordinate, complete, and oversee job-related activities by building strong relationships with key stakeholders, supporting plans and initiatives, monitoring progress toward goals, identifying improvement opportunities, and promoting continuous learning across the team.
• Provide supervision and development opportunities for associates by hiring, training, mentoring, assigning duties, and offering recognition that supports a strong, inclusive team culture.

Skills

5S

Root cause analysis

Six Sigma

Time and motion studies

KPI analysis

Process improvement

Data-driven decision making

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Process Simulation

Job description

Walmart is seeking a results-driven Process Improvement Engineer for its Distribution Center in Saint James, MO. You will own initiatives to reduce losses, standardize best-in-class methods, and advance the Walmart Performance System (WPS) across the operation.

You will lead 5S, root cause analysis, Six Sigma, and time and motion studies, analyze KPIs, and drive scalable improvements while partnering with site leaders to build capability and sustain gains.