Regional DC Supply Chain Engineer, Process and Labor Management Job Listing at Harbor Freight Tools in Calabasas, CA (Job ID 1249624)

Description

**Must live locally or be willing to relocate to Tacoma, Washington, or Dallas Fort Worth, Texas as this will be an onsite role.

The RDC Network Supply Chain Engineer – Process & Labor Management owns labor standards development, maintenance, and support of the Labor Management program for multiple HFT Regional Distribution Centers. Leads approximately two Labor Management Coordinators who manage all LM administrative tasks. Supports DC process design and process change. Works closely with all levels of operations leaders to lead compliance to the LM program and assist with process improvements using lean methodology. You serve as the first point of contact for all LM-related questions and troubleshooting. This role maintains a close relationship with the DC GM regarding all labor management and DC process topics. This position will conduct ad-hoc analysis of LM results and process compliance observations to support best-in-class LM program utilization. He/she will regularly interface with IT, Operations, Learning & Development, and Operations Excellence partners to drive process adherence and usage of the LM program. You will maintain strong cross-DC partnerships to ensure consistency across DC Network.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Effectively lead a team of LM Coordinators      
• Assist with the development and validation of engineered labor standards (ELS)        
• Assist with performance-reporting systems to measure individual, department, facility, and supply chain productivity       
• Support coordinator, manager, and performance coach onboarding            
• Conduct training sessions for managers and hourly associates       
• Reviews and develops Standard Operating Procedures and the necessary training materials for associates and front-line management       
• Complete SOP audits to verify compliance with documented procedures and performance validation     
• Creates and maintains process flow diagrams for local DC processes  
• Analyze and collect data to evaluate processes for non-value-added activities and develop a plan to optimize         
• Support facility review of layout to identify opportunities for increased effectiveness, utilization, on-standard, and performance        
• Perform ROI analysis for capital improvement, safety, quality, and productivity improvement projects    
• Partner with operations leaders to establish operational work standards   
• Resolves problems and guides members of operations leadership teams   
• Supports technical and cultural integration of labor management system            
• Assist in the evaluation and design of distribution center operational processes and analysis and reporting, including estimates of ROI      
• Performs other duties as assigned   
• Regular and prompt attendance is an essential function of the job

• Staff supervision and development:  Yes
• Travel:  Up to 50%
• Location:  DC Based

• Decision making – using Lean methods to support problem-solving and advising
• Large-scale Distribution Center
• Knowledgeable in process and labor engineering, including time studies, work measurement, standardization, and optimization

• Preferred: Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Engineering or similar

• 2+ years experience as supply chain/distribution center process engineer
• Knowledge with work measurement methodologies and tools including Time & Motion, MTM, MSD or MOST experience preferred
  • Six Sigma Green Belt preferred
• Extensive knowledge working with Microsoft Excel including advanced formulas, Pivot Tables, Macros, and chart creation
  • Must be highly organized, and be able to handle multiple projects/tasks simultaneously

• Possess a knowledge of financial and analytical concepts and strategies
• Excel at working and in a team environment with ability to clearly communicate both verbally and written at various levels of management
• Proficient with all aspects of Operations Management, techniques and principles
• Experience in applying and teaching Lean or other Continuous Improvement methodologies
• Knowledge of distribution software systems such as LMS, WMS, and WCS
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office including Microsoft Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Visio, and Access
• AutoCAD experience a plus

• Leadership - Models the Company's values and influences others to achieve individual or team objectives
• Communication - Clearly conveys information through a variety of media to individuals or groups in a manner that is understandable, easy to retain and timely
• Initiative - Approaches work objectives with a sense of urgency and a dedication to exceeding performance expectations
• Problem-solving/Decision-making - Accurately identifies problems, issues and opportunities, collects data to draw conclusions and chooses a course of action based on facts
• Planning & Organization - Establishes courses of action for self and others to ensure that work objectives are met
• Policy Compliance - Manages in accordance with Company policies and procedures and promotes compliance in others

• Stand, walk, sit for extended periods of time.
• Speak and listen to others in person and over the phone .
• Use keyboard and read from computer screen and reports.
• The ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

• Must be able to perform this job safely in accordance with standard operating procedures and good manufacturing practices, without endangering the health or safety of self or others.