Continuous Improvement Engineer – ITAD Operations
$88,700–$150,800 year
On-site · Plainfield, Indiana, United States
Job Summary
Lead process-improvement initiatives across multi-site ITAD facilities to optimize productivity, quality, and cost. Analyze, design, and improve workflows; conduct time studies, labor planning, and capacity analysis; develop SOPs and best practices; partner with facility leadership to address operational challenges and implement sustainable corrective actions. Drive facility design, layout optimization, material flow, and space utilization; apply Lean Six Sigma methodologies; model ROI and support capital investments. Mentor junior team members and collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to align initiatives with organizational objectives; travel to multiple facilities as needed.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, Manufacturing, or related field; equivalent experience considered
- Minimum 5 years professional experience, including at least 3 years in continuous improvement, industrial engineering, or related disciplines
- Experience leading multi-site projects and driving measurable improvements across operations
- Knowledge of warehouse design concepts, facility layouts, and material flow analysis
- Experience with CAD/AutoCAD, Visio, or similar tools for facility planning
- Proficiency with Excel and data analysis; familiarity with WMS/LMS and operational reporting tools
- Travel ability 25-30%
Desired Qualifications
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt, Black Belt or equivalent certification preferred
- Experience with CAD software (AutoCAD), Visio, or other warehouse design and modeling tools
- Experience with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and Labor Management Systems (LMS)
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and presentation skills
- Ability to travel 25-30% to multiple facilities and projects
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