Job Information
GNC Industrial Engineer - Continuous Improvement in Whitestown, Indiana
Company Description
As the global leader in health and wellness innovation since 1935, GNC motivates people to reach their goals with the most trusted and exciting selection of products in the industry.
As #TeamGNC, we work hard to ensure that our consumers come first. We are always cultivating and collaborating on new ideas to bring innovative solutions to the forefront and testing new solutions to translate goals into action. Our team members are advocates for change and innovation.
There is no greater gift than good health and no greater satisfaction than helping others to achieve it. Be a part of helping others to Live Well!
Job Description
Job Description
- Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Continuous Improvement Engineer is responsible for analyzing problems using engineering, business (financial), logistics and human resources related principles while developing solutions to such problems. Develop new approaches and techniques to labor management in order to improve productivity and accuracy within the distribution network.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
Proficient in Process Improvement utilizing Lean Six Sigma
Experience with time studies, work measurement, engineering standards and data collections
Review employees and department productivity and partner with operations to develop action plans to improve performance
Directs or conducts studies to ascertain the best sequence of operations or workflow.
Recommends methods to ensure the maximum utilization of facilities and human resources.
Prepares cost estimates for assigned projects.
Establishes methods for maximum utilization of production facilities and personnel
Conducts cost/inventory/production control and human factors studies to develop and implements plans for facility modifications and revisions to operating methods
Identify and develop best practices/ SOP’s to improve efficiency and provide consistent output at the distribution center
Design, recommend and implement state-of-the-art logistics, material handling and information systems that encompass distribution and transportation
Liaison between operations and MIS in the implementation of newly designed or redesigned systems.
Develop financial and operational plans on a daily, weekly and annual basis
May assist in establishing accident prevention measures and manage production operations training programs for personnel
Maintain good communication with other departments and employees
Function effectively at both strategic and tactical levels
Additional duties as assigned
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- This job has no supervisory responsibilities.
Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor’s Degree in Continuous Improvement Engineering, Logistics or related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the key accountabilities of the job required
Advanced degree in Continuous Improvement Engineering preferred.
2-3+ years’ experience required
Lean Six Sigma certification (Min. Green Belt)
Advanced proficiency in Excel , Access, Auto CAD, MS office
Labor Management Experience preferred.
Time Studies
Blue Yonder
Macro or VBA experience and SQL a plus
Ability to develop ROI for capital projects.
Experience using MOST or other pre-determined T.S. a plus.
Travel expectations up to 10%
Proven leadership skills including the ability to coach, assess, evaluate, develop, motivate, and empower others
Strong change management skills to challenge the status quo and drive improvements
Ability to exercise high ethical standards
Ability to display “leadership by example” management style and work ethic
Models and supports organization’s goals and values
Strong analytical, prioritizing, interpersonal, problem-solving, presentation, budgeting, project management (from conception to completion), & planning skills
Strong verbal and written communication skills (including analysis, interpretation, & reasoning)
Ability to have touch conversations at all levels of the organization (i.e. hold people accountable)
Solid understanding and application of mathematical concepts
Ability to develop and maintain collaborative relationships with peers and colleagues across the organization, as well as, internal and external clients
Ability to work well autonomously and within a team in a fast-paced and deadline-oriented environment.
Ability to work with and influence peers and senior management
Self-motivated with critical attention to detail, deadlines and reporting
Must have current driver’s license.
Additional Information
PHYSICAL ASPECTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands or fingers to handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear.
Regularly/Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
Regularly/Occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, extreme cold & heat, risk of electrical shock, and toxic or caustic chemicals.
Benefit Offerings
Benefit Offerings: Medical, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD, Paid Company Life Insurance, 401K program with company match, 30% employee merchandise discount on GNC products & 20% employee discount on 3rd party products, Monthly Free Product Offers, and access to the Employee Assistance Program.
GNC Holdings LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer