Columbia Sportswear, Inc.:
Industrial Engineer - Distribution Job in Burlington, VT

OUTGROWN YOUR OWN BACKYARD? COME PLAY IN OURS.
At Columbia, were as passionate about the outdoors as you are. And while our gear is available worldwide, were proud to be based in the Pacific Northwest, where natural wonders are our playground.
Every product we make and every task we undertake is inspired by the famous words of our founder Gert Boyle: Its perfect. Now make it better. As pioneers of relentless improvement, we are constantly evolving.
We believe the outdoors is ours to protect and strive to keep our planet healthy. We believe in empowering people to experience the outdoors to the fullest.
And we believe in you.

ABOUT THE POSITION
As a Industrial Engineer at our Distribution Center in Robards, KY you will provide professional industrial engineering services to Columbia Sportswears DC operations by evaluating production standards; conducting cost comparison studies and feasibility studies; and developing plant layouts, plant scheduling, and production routing procedures. You will also develop plant systems and methods, maintain staffing and cubing models. In this role you will recommend equipment to ensure the most economical processing, storage and retrieval of material, and automated material handling equipment. You will also contribute to positive morale by developing strong working relationships that build alignment and develop and manage cross-functional and interdepartmental projects.

HOWYOULLMAKE A DIFFERENCE
Use engineering expertise to review and analyze current automated material handling equipment and recommend changes and improvements that increase productivity and contribute to cost efficiency
Use project management skills in key, high level assignments involving design and development of new plant facilities, plant layout, production operations, and implementation of material handling systems
Analyze production operations, determine and specify the most efficient operator methods, stock positioning, crew size, and individual workstation assignments
Conduct work measurement studies using standard data, MOST, and other acceptable methods to establish operational and production standards
Oversee contract consultants and technical service providers, engaged in process and production improvement projects
YOU ARE
Proficient in Engineered Work Standards, preferably in Basic MOST and the Labor Pro application
Analyze a variety of data reporting results to management. Prepare requested Ad Hoc reports
Able to make effective oral presentations before groups of varying sizes using excellent written and verbal communications skills
Coordinating with Work Force Optimization team on developing/maintaining/reviewing Engineered Work Standards and the Labor Management system

YOUHAVE
Bachelors or higher degree in Industrial Engineering. Mechanical/Electrical working knowledge is a plus
3-5 years of experience relevant to application of industrial engineering methods and tools, warehouse operations process improvements and efficiencies, and project management concepts in a distribution center environment
Working knowledge of industrial engineering processes and practices, advanced mathematics including statistics, administrative management and supervisory techniques, warehouse design and layout
Demonstrated experience in developing and implementing process improvements
Proficiency in Auto Cad LT

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Columbia Sportswear Company and our portfolio of brands, including Columbia, SOREL, Mountain Hardwear and prAna, know a thing or two about adventures. After all, we've been on one since 1938, working to perfect the art of enjoying the outdoors. Behind everything we make is an employee who's found that the greatest adventure starts with joining a company that strives to do the right thing.


This job description is not meant to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities, but constitutes a general definition of the position's scope and function in the company.


At Columbia Sportswear Company (CSC), we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. CSC believes that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success as a global company, and we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.