Process Improvement Specialist

7 hours ago


Santa Clarita, California, United States Vallarta Supermarkets Full time
Job Title: Industrial Engineer

At Vallarta Supermarkets, we are seeking an experienced Industrial Engineer to join our team. As an Industrial Engineer, you will play a critical role in improving operational efficiency and reducing costs across our stores and distribution centers.

About the Role

We are looking for a highly skilled and motivated individual to lead and participate in the identification, prioritization, implementation, and control of cost reduction and process improvement initiatives using Industrial Engineering methodologies and processes.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Lead and participate in the identification, prioritization, implementation, and control of cost reduction and process improvement initiatives using Industrial Engineering methodologies and processes.
  • Identify innovative approaches to company-wide store issues that create opportunities for breakthrough process improvements that positively impact the customer shopping experience, safety, product freshness, and food safety.
  • Provide statistical analysis reports evaluating the efficiency of current processes, procedures, equipment, and associates.
  • Develop scope and charter definitions for projects.
  • Conduct feasibility studies of varied projects to determine the worth of an investment and provide justification for capital appropriations.
  • Evaluate vendor and supplier proposals for new equipment purchases to ensure increased efficiency and evaluate the equipment's contribution to cost saving measures.
  • Serve as a liaison to Retail Operations peers, other department leaders, and executive leadership.
  • Provide IE support to stores lagging in attainment rates, including methods and procedural issues, store profile audits, task requirements, and other areas.
  • Travel to retail locations and offices to support process improvement initiatives and improve efficiencies by reducing waste of time, money, materials, energy, and other resources.
Requirements

To be successful in this role, you will need:

  • Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or a closely related field.
  • 5+ years of progressive Industrial Engineer project experience in a complex, integrated retail network.
  • Broad background in Industrial Engineering technology, application, and project management.
  • Ability to effectively communicate and influence all levels of the organization.
  • Ability to work well within project teams.
  • Strong mathematical and analytical skills.
  • Effective planning, negotiating, decision-making, problem-solving, and organizing skills.
  • Able to utilize all work measurement tools available (i.e. MTM, MOST, Time Study, Analysis).
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills.
  • Ability to earn Lean/Six Sigma belt certification within one year.
What We Offer

Vallarta Supermarkets offers a competitive salary, excellent benefits package, and opportunities for career growth and development.

How to Apply

If you are a motivated and experienced Industrial Engineer looking for a new challenge, please submit your application with your resume and cover letter.


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