Industrial Engineer

ABOUT THE POSITION

Columbia Sportswears dynamic global supply chain consists of 4 distribution centers, 430 retail stores, 80 apparel factories, 20 footwear factories worldwide plus 3PL partners. We pride ourselves on getting products to market quickly, safely, and in the most cost-effective manner. By leveraging data analytics and industry practices, we constantly push to make smarter business decisions and identify innovative ways to make Columbia Sportswears supply chain more efficient and effective to meet our consumers ever-changing needs.

We are looking for an Industrial Engineer (on-site) at our Distribution Center, located in Robards, Kentucky. Reporting to the Senior Manager – DC Engineering (located at our Distribution Centre in Portland, Oregon), you will provide professional industrial engineering services and expertise to Columbia Sportswears global distribution network.

This role focuses on developing and optimizing operational throughput, primarily delivered through cost comparison/feasibility studies, developing and optimizing layouts and processes, operations scheduling, change management, and equipment recommendations to ensure the products most economical packaging/storage/retrieval. You will work to meet the global distribution network and stakeholders needs while maintaining high-quality, cost-effectiveness, and timely services.

HOW YOULL MAKE A DIFFERENCE

• Review and analyze material handling equipment and systems, recommending productivity changes and improvements, and contributing to overall cost efficiency.

• Develop and maintain performance and quality statistics, assisting operational teams in problem-solving and decision-making, and promoting the development of continuous improvement methods.

• Design and develop new process or system layouts, production operations, and implementation of material handling systems, including cost justifications and budgeting.

• Review and analyze operations to determine the best flow of information and materials within and between departments, across the global distribution network, supply chain, and Columbia Sportswear Company.

• Identify and provide supporting data for business risks and strategic opportunities.

• Develop, implement, and maintain systems that contribute to effective information management across the global distribution network.

• Collaborate with site and global leadership to identify and develop project planning strategies, defining requirements, scopes, and objectives.

• Assist in the recommendation, selection, and management of vendors and the procurement of production equipment.

YOU ARE

• Able to prioritize, organize, and provide focus and direction.

• A problem solver who can quickly identify and act on solutions.

• An analytical, innovative, and strategic thinker who must think outside the box.

• Able to work well with management and peers to build and maintain relationships.

• An effective communicator to all levels of the organization.

YOU HAVE

• Bachelors or higher degree in applicable field, such as Industrial Engineering or Manufacturing Engineering.

• Previous advanced experience with Industrial Engineering, with demonstrated experience in developing and implementing innovative solutions that drive organizational profitability and service levels.

• Accredited Lean Six Sigma Belt preferred, and previous experience with statistical analyses and leading Kaizen events.

• An understanding of and/or implementing experience with distribution operations, best practices, and automation.

• Experience working with SQL and database reporting and query platforms, including Microsoft Power BI.

• Previous experience within a distribution/fulfillment center (an asset).

• Strong analytical, project, and product management skills, including a thorough understanding of interpreting business/operational needs and translating them into operational process requirements.

• Accountability for ideas from inception to delivery, in an environment that requires robust metrics to confirm success.

This job description is not meant to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities, but constitutes a general definition of the positions scope and function in the company.

Columbia Sportswear is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to r ace, color, r eligion, s ex, s exual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. The Know Your Rights poster is available here: https://www.eeoc.gov/poster The pay transparency policy is available here: https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/OFCCP/pdf/pay-transp%20EnglishformattedESQA508c.pdf Columbia Sportswear is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please notify your recruiter.

At Columbia Sportswear Company, were proud to offer regular full-time employees a benefits package that includes a variety of services and products to help make your life and work more rewarding. Our benefit programs contribute to overall employee well-being by aligning those programs with the fundamental elements of well-being: physical, social/emotional, financial, career and community. Benefits that can protect your familys financial future and help you save money through our 401k plan plus a generous company match. Columbia offers medical, dental, vision, life Insurance, disability, flexible spending accounts, health savings account, and an assortment of voluntary benefit offerings (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and legal services). In addition, Columbia offers EAP which is free and confidential 24/7/365 counseling services. We have extensive wellness benefits, employee discounts and a generous time off program available.

If you need an accommodation/adjustment to successfully complete and submit your application, please reach out to AskHR@columbia.com with the Subject: Applicant Assistance Requested.

At Columbia Sportswear Company (CSC), we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates without regard to r ace, color, r eligion, s ex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, s exual orientation, gender identity, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. CSC believes that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success as a global company, and we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.