Process Engineer

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Kforce has a client in Moreno Valley, CA that is seeking a Process Engineer who will review current production schedules and processes to find potential improvements and identify procedures or tools to improve productivity, while enforcing quality control to reduce waste. The Process Engineer will be responsible for documenting and implementing new process strategies, managing process resources, optimizing current processes, and maintaining process documents. They will also be responsible for designing and developing production layouts for the company's warehouse to increase productivity and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities:
* Analyze current processing practices and areas to foster continuous improvement and optimize production process efficiency
* Build business cases for continuous improvement initiatives by collecting, analyzing, and presenting data that supports the proposed change
* Develop and maintain cost control systems; Propose and institute cost reduction for ongoing and evolving projects
* Maintain engineered labor standards by collecting time studies, completing data analysis, proposing changes, and overseeing the roll out
* Take ideas from concept to implementation while effectively communicating with all key stakeholders
* Adhere to best practices for solving technical problems, such as step-by-step problem-solving methods, root cause analysis, and other techniques as appropriate
* Provide support on all new projects or developing areas
* Understand each DC's process flows, both manual and automated, at a detailed level to facilitate troubleshooting, articulate issues, and provide training
* Support in evaluating tasks and responsibilities to effectively train staff on new practices
* Assist with documentation and implementation of Standard Operating Procedures, including participating in DC start-ups
* Create, complete and update AutoCAD production layouts in respect to high automation

REQUIREMENTS:
* Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or related field
* Two or more years, combined, of relevant engineering experience specific to distribution planning models (square footage, labor, staffing, etc.) and awareness of material handling technology applications is highly preferred
* Strong analytical, mathematical, critical thinking and problem-solving skills
* Organizational, planning and documentation skills
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to explain complex information to non-technical personnel
* Knowledge of Distribution systems - WMS, LMS and Warehouse Execution Systems (such as Blue Yonder, TZA, Manhattan, etc.)
* Basic AutoCAD experience
* Experience with Predetermined Motion Time Systems (MOST or MTM)
* Aptitude for multi-tasking with the ability to meet concurrent project timelines
* Proficient in MS Office Suite with intermediate MS Excel skills, MS Access, and Visio
* Up to 25% travel required

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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