Sr Industrial Engineer

At Kenco Logistics, you’re more than just a team member—you’re part of a company that values innovation, integrity, and a strong commitment to its people. As one of the leading 3PL providers in the U.S., Kenco offers a dynamic and supportive work environment where your ideas matter and your growth is a priority. With a focus on safety, sustainability, and continuous improvement, Kenco empowers employees to make a real impact in the supply chain industry while building rewarding careers. Join a company where your contributions help move the world forward—one shipment at a time. About the Position Sr Industrial Engineers are in a co-managed environment with Operational leaders, setting the overall project priorities to deliver value to customer networks. This position supports the Kenco Operating System (KOS) model of cultural transformation through the integration operational excellence principles across the enterprise and its value streams to create a complete systemic view, leading to consistent achievement of results.  Functions Mentor and train junior level Industrial Engineers  Work with clients to understand business requirements, budgets and staffing needs  May lead the implementation of analytics applications like SlotDC, Control Tower, etc., by working with Data Science and BI (Business Intelligence), IT, and Operations teams  Work with Data Science and BI and Marketing teams to develop required marketing collateral  Train Operations teams on using different BI and Analytics applications/models  Build reporting as a storytelling tool – allowing stakeholders to digest insights quickly and to drive action  Lead LMS (Labor Management System) integration efforts with WCS (Warehouse Control System) and WMS (Warehouse Management System)  Develop best practices and cost reduction activities  Partner closely with Customers and Kenco Operations to achieve project results  Track value (Value Creation Index, or VCI) created from all assigned projects  Ensure Work Measurement systems are developed, implemented and effective  Ensure warehouse flow, conduct zoning and slotting assessments, profile analysis etc.  Continuous Improvement of the Kenco O/S (Operating System)  Conduct process observations and time-motion studies, line balancing, one-piece flow simulation analysis, zoning/slotting, profile analysis, takt time methods, Value Stream Mapping (VSM), process mapping, Measurement Systems Analysis (MSA), Process Capability and performance (Cp/Cpk), exploratory data analysis, hypothesis testing, process improvement methods, waste analysis (Value Added vs Non-Value Added activities, VA-NVA), Statistical Process Control (SPC), Control Charting, and Control Planning  Gain input from customers to define project priority, set goals and objectives and obtain feedback on performance  Align the organization around lean principles and drive establishment of lean systems in all areas through use of Hoshin planning activities  Ensure that the correct tools be utilized to solve the most important problems affecting our customer’s satisfaction, quality, cost, and delivery.  Utilize lean and six sigma methodologies to reduce waste and variation within the operation  Understand Solutions design, Financial model, and Contract Pricing  Write business requirement documents and support Requests for Proposal (RFPs)  Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Industrial or Logistics Engineering or related discipline  5-7 years of applied experience in a distribution setting (or 3PL) or a Master’s degree with 3-5 years of experience  Lean Six Sigma Green Belt required  Lean Six Sigma Black Belt required  PMP certification preferred  Experience with WCS, Automation solutions preferred   Programming knowledge preferred (Python, R, C++)  Experience in a customer facing role defining expectations and achieving results   Demonstrated ability to effectively analyze data to identify trends, performance results, and opportunities for improvement   Competencies Business Acumen - Knowledgeable in current and possible future policies, practices, trends, technology, and information affecting his/her business and organization.  Communicate for Impact - Proactively communicate with all stakeholders throughout the life cycle of programs and projects.  Influencing Others - Can quickly find common ground and can solve problems for the good of the organization with a minimal amount of noise. Authentically gains trust and support of peers.  Managing Transitions/ Change Management - Effectively plans, manages, and communicates changes in processes with appropriate stakeholders.  Strategic Agility - Enable Kenco to remain competitive by adjusting and adapting to innovative ideas necessary to support Kenco’s long-term organizational strategy.  Travel Requirements This position is expected to travel approximately ​25% or less​.  A passport is not required but recommended.​  Disclosures For California residents – please enter or copy/paste the address below into your address bar to review an important notice regarding Kenco’s privacy policy https://www.kencogroup.com/ccpa-notice-at-collection-for-employees-and-applicants/ The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job. Other duties may be assigned as needed. The physical demands and work environment described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Per company policy, all internal job postings expire 14 days from the date they are posted. Benefits offered: Medical insurance including HSA, HRA and FSA accounts Supplemental insurance including critical illness, hospital indemnity, accidental injury Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Basic Life and Supplement