Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

About Sunland:

Since Sunland was founded in 1982, the most consistent answer to the question “What makes Sunland a great place to work?” continues to be, “The people & the culture.” Sunland has grown from a local to a national third-party logistics company, the Leadership Team has been very intentional about caring for and investing in our people & making sure the positive culture continues. Sunland’s Company Values are at the heart of our positive, continuous improvement culture. Our values are not just words on the wall, they are the cornerstones for guiding how we behave and make decisions, so we can help our people and our customers to be better.

Why Choose Sunland:

• Growth Opportunities
• Competitive Pay
• Supportive leadership and team
• Excellent benefits

Job Summary:

• The Senior Industrial Engineer is responsible for supporting productivity improvement activity within Sunland's sites.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None

Primary Duties:

• Time Studies to support headcount requirements for existing and future programs.
• Responsible for special projects to include dock capacity evaluations, material flow analysis, root cause analysis for inventory control issues.
• Evaluation of space utilization compared to the original contract agreements.
• Evaluation and analysis of contract requirements compared to the actual (including headcount, equipment, handling and space requirements.
• Training of facility personnel (Inventory Control and Cycle Counters) for inventory control and material handling requirements.
• Working knowledge of ISO 9001:2008 Standard to support the facility with maintaining or obtaining compliance.
• Perform Time Studies to support piece price billing alternatives.
• Lead and Support Problem Solving Teams within the facilities.
• Maintain a working knowledge of Industry Standards and new technology for continuous improvement of our work environment.
• Develop and in depth understanding on the Warehouse Management System capabilities.
• Validate safe working practices at each facility on an ongoing basis.
• Participate in Request for Proposal response activities to include the following:
  • Pricing development
  • Assist with understanding scope and customer expectations
  • Operations design
  • Project management
  • Developing transition timelines
  • Participate in customer presentations
• Other duties as assigned

Required Skills:

• Strong working knowledge of Warehouse Management System functionality
• Good computer skills, working knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Maintain a high level of confidentiality

Education/Certifications/Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering required
• Master’s degree preferred
• 3-5 years’ experience required
• Experience with lean or other continuous improvement tools preferred.
• Experience in a 3rd party logistics company a must.

Physical Demands:

• Prolonged periods standing, walking, or sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times.

Benefits:

• Vacation & Sick Time
• 401K Profit Sharing
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Voluntary Term Life Insurance
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Career Development Opportunities

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