URBN Junior Industrial Engineer

Role Summary

URBN is searching for an Industrial Engineer to join the team in Reno, NV. The Junior Industrial Engineer position supports the logistics organization through a variety of projects focused on enhancing productivity, maximizing throughput and ensuring workplace safety.  Position will work closely with the Operations and Engineering team on developing standards, creating productivity measurements, and supporting process improvement initiatives.  Candidate should be a motivated team player with a positive attitude and possess good organizational and communication skills. Individual should be able to function well in a multi-task environment with attention to detail, and willing to accept new and diverse assignments. Candidate must be able to work with all organizational levels including fellow-employees, customers, and management. 

Role Responsibilities

• Support the development and maintenance of an accurate and effective Work Measurement System.  Ensure effective productivity measurements are established for identified functions in the distribution center through time and frequency studies.
• Evaluate and revise work methods and workflow for all functions to ensure best method practices
• Support the training of management and hourly workforce on productivity and work methods
• Assist in the collection of data and cost justification of distribution center and capital budget projects
• Assist in the design, selection and installation of material handling equipment incorporated into existing, new and expanded distribution centers
• Assist the operation and engineering teams with process improvement initiatives
• Work effectively with external resources (consultants and contractors) to ensure collaborative partnerships to meet business requirements
• Must be able to work overtime as required
• All other duties assigned by Supervisor and/or Manager

Role Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial Engineering or related field
• 0-2 years’ experience in a direct to consumer, manufacturing, or retail distribution environment
• Demonstrated knowledge of work measurement methodologies and tools with an emphasis on time studies and standards creation
• Experience with Manhattan’s warehouse management and labor management suites
• Knowledge in projects related to process design, work measurement, productivity improvement, cost reduction and project implementation
• Experience with productivity tracking, data collection systems, and reporting software
• Strong ability to gather, analyze and interpret information and develop, recommend, and implement solutions while maintaining budget
• Excellent planning, organization, and problem-solving skills
• Effective communication skills: ability to interact across a broad range of organizational levels and functions
• Troubleshooting expertise and strong attention to detail
• Must be flexible with schedule and able to work overtime in a fast-paced environment
• Warehouse Management and Labor Management Systems 
• Statistical Analysis, Operations Research and Process Improvement disciplines
• Database, analytical software, and reporting suites including SQL
• Operations and Performance management
• MS Suite:  Excel, Powerpoint, Word, Access, Visio

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time
• Ability to manipulate a keyboard for extended periods of time
• Climb, balance, kneel, crouch, or crawl
• Ability to use a computer for extended periods of time
• Lift freight and other objects of various shapes, sizes and weights up to 50 pounds
• Operate warehouse equipment as required for position (i.e., forklift, pallet jack, cherry picker) which requires coordinated movements

The physical requirements described here 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.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Works in a warehouse environment in all types of weather. Using proper safety procedures will eliminate any potential hazards. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Disclaimer:

The list of Requirements, Duties, and Responsibilities is not exhaustive, but is merely the most accurate list for the current job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description and to require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload or technical development).

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The Perks

URBN offers comprehensive Perks & Benefits to employees. Availability and eligibility to specific benefits may be subject to your location and employment status. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, PTO, generous employee discounts, retirement savings and much more! For additional information visit www.urbn.com/work-with-us/benefits

EEO Statement

URBN celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We are proud to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity or expression), religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, citizenship, service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic as established by law. We believe strongly in fostering a safe, fair and respectful work environment. To ensure compliance with our non-discrimination and anti-harassment policies, we offer anti-harassment training to managers and employees.