What are the responsibilities and job description for the Continuous Improvement Engineer - Distribution position at ECHO Incorporated?
ECHO Incorporated is an industry leader in developing and manufacturing high-performance, professional-grade, handheld outdoor power equipment. With distributors and thousands of dealers across North and South America, ECHO is constantly anticipating the future of the outdoor power equipment industry and the need for environmental sustainability. Working for ECHO means joining a team of people who are committed to collaboration, innovation, creativity, and high-quality products that make us a globally competitive brand.
ECHO is hiring a Continuous Improvement Engineer - Distribution. The engineer will design, analyze, and optimize the systems and processes within a distribution center or warehouse to improve efficiency, productivity, and profitability.
The salary range for this position is $80,000 - $90,000 based on experience and qualifications.
This is an on-site position based at our Lake Zurich facility.
ECHO’s benefits include:
- 11 paid holidays
- Extremely affordable medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid PTO
- 5% 401K match
- Tuition reimbursement
- Yearly bonus potential
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Apply industrial engineering principles, data analysis, and technology to manage the flow of goods and resources, eliminate waste, and reduce operational costs.
- Conduct time studies, analyzing workflows, and identifying bottlenecks to streamline distribution center processes, such as picking, packing, and shipping.
- Develop facility and workstation layouts using Computer-Aided Design (CAD) software to optimize material flow, space utilization, and ergonomics.
- Establish and maintain engineered labor standards and monitoring Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to evaluate and report on productivity.
- Act as a subject matter expert for new technologies and automation, such as robotics, conveyor systems, and Warehouse Management Systems (WMS).
- Perform cost analyses, preparing business cases, and manage capital equipment projects to reduce operating expenses and improve profitability.
- Partner with other departments, including operations, IT, and maintenance, to ensure alignment on business goals and implement improvements.
- Provide training to operational staff on new methods and systems to ensure proper and efficient execution.
Job Experience/Skills:
- Strong analytical, mathematical, and statistical analysis skills are necessary for developing standards and analyzing performance.
- Experience with WMS, ERP, and CAD software required.
- Advanced Excel including Pivot Tables, V-Lookup functions, and Macros.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to problem solve.
- Lead projects and work effectively cross functionally.
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering , Manufacturing Engineering, or similar discipline.
Equal Opportunity Employment:
We are an equal opportunity employer. We welcome all applicants.
E-Verification:
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
Salary : $80,000 - $90,000