Warehouse Automation Engineer - First Quality : Job Details

Purpose and role of job: To optimize, manage and improve the material flow within the warehouse ensuring that goods are stored, handled, and transported efficiently, safely, and cost-effectively. Expected to apply principles of engineering, technology and best in class logistics to improve current systems, devise layouts and enhancements for material handling solutions within current automation footprints and beyond.

Principal Accountabilities/Responsibilities:

• Optimize and develop layouts for warehouse systems that optimize space and streamline processes
• Analyze and recommend improvements in logistics operations, systems and processes
• Drive the selection, implementation, maintenance and improvements of automation technologies
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure that automation logistics or automation considerations are integrated into the overall operational strategy and business goals
• Manage relationships with current and future automation OEMs and partners
• Support and drive asset purchases and capital expense needs for warehouse ops

Qualifications/Education and Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, supply chain, logistics or a related field.
• Strong project engineering background is crucial
• 5+ years' experience in manufacturing and/or warehousing
• Experience with robotics, material handling automation, warehouse automation preferred
• Lean/Six Sigma certification a plus
• Proficiency in process mapping, statistical analysis and data visualization tools

Skills/Competencies Requirements:

• Strong organizational skills
• Project leadership and management
• Analytical mind set
• Continuous improvement approach
• Critical thinking and problem solving skills a must
• Ability to work within a team and independently
• Strong written and communication skills
• Clear and logical thinker

Physical and Other Requirements:

• ~50% travel is required
• Frequent standing/walking throughout facilities
• Possibility of travel to OEM/vendor locations

Disclaimer: The above information on this job description has been described to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by incumbents. Other duties and responsibilities not specifically described may be assigned from time to time, consistent with knowledge, skills and abilities of the incumbent.

** The most qualified candidate will be selected for the position**

Number of Openings: 1

The closing date to apply will be: June 19th, 2025

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