Industrial Engineer

Inside the Role

This position is responsible for identifying issues and eliminating wasteful activities in multiple parts distribution centers ("PDCs"). Utilize information collected in time studies and cost analyses to create business cases that support process changes and investments in equipment to further drive continuous improvement.

Posting Information

We provide a scheduled posting end date to assist our candidates with their application planning. While this date reflects our latest plans, it is subject to change, and postings may be extended or removed earlier than expected.

We Take Care of Our Team

Position offers an annual salary of $122,729.

Benefits include annual bonus program; 401k company contribution with company match up to 6% as well as non-elective company contribution of 3 - 7% depending on age; starting at 4 weeks paid vacation; 13+ calendar holidays; 8 weeks paid parental leave; employee assistance program; comprehensive healthcare plans and wellness programs; onsite fitness (at some locations); tuition assistance and volunteer paid time off; short-term and long-term disability plans.

What You Drive at DTNA

• Responsible for identifying issues and eliminating wasteful activities in multiple parts distribution centers ("PDCs"). Utilize information collected in time studies and cost analyses to create business cases that support process changes and investments in equipment to further drive continuous improvement. Optimize PDC network performance, cost and contribute to company goal of becoming the undisputed market leader. Design PDC Layouts to maximize flow and efficiency and contribute to the company’s goal of becoming an undisputed market leader in the industry. Provide project management for network standardization by identifying problems, collecting and analyzing data from the Warehouse Management System to determine the impact and benefits of changes on the daily operation and workforce. Establish engineering standards for visibility of labor management and continuous improvement activity for all PDC’s and network standardization. Maintain asset lists. Maximize usage of material handling equipment. Justify spending to finance for capital expenses. Define goals and objectives, start and end dates, and time and resources needed for the project. Calculate the payback period, submit Engineer Change Requests (“ECRs”), and collaborate with vendors to procure quotes and create Purchase Requisitions. Confirm the lead time, schedule the implementation based on resources available, and track the progress of the project from beginning to closing, update the team accordingly. Perform standardization audits to ensure the standard work and process is the same across the locations and eliminates waste. Identify discrepancies in the standards and make changes to the process accordingly to ensure alignment with the network standard.

Knowledge You Should Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering or a related field.
• 2 years (24 months) of relevant engineering experience.
• Experience must include: experience with CAD.
• Domestic and international travel required, up to 10%.

Schedule Type: 

On Site

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Where We Work

This position is open to applicants who can work in (or relocate to) the following location(s)-

Swedesboro, NJ US. Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

Schedule Type:

Hybrid (4 days per week in-office / 1 day remote). This schedule builds our #OneTeamBestTeam culture, provides an unparalleled customer experience, and creates innovative solutions through in-person collaboration.

At Daimler Truck North America, we recognize our world is changing faster than ever before. By listening to the needs of today, we’re building to solve with cutting-edge solutions in sustainability and future driving technology across electric, hydrogen and autonomous. These solutions, backed by years of innovative success and achievement, continue DTNA’s legacy as the undisputed industry leader. Our evolving brand portfolio is second to none, including Freightliner Trucks, Western Star, Demand Detroit, Thomas Built Buses, Freightliner Custom Chassis, and Financial Services. Together, we work as one team towards our envisioned future – building a cleaner, safer and more efficient tomorrow for all.

That is what we are working toward - for all who keep the world moving.

Additional Information

• This position is not open for Visa sponsorship or to existing Visa holders
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work permanently in the country the position is located in at the time of application
• Final candidate must successfully complete a criminal background check
• Final candidate may be required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen
• Contractors, professional services, or other contingent workers should confirm with their local agency if they are eligible to apply for FTE positions
• EEO - Disabled/Veterans

Daimler Truck North America is committed to workforce inclusion and providing an environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, age, marital status, family relationship, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression (including transgender and transitioning status), genetic information, or veteran status.

For an accommodation or special assistance with applying for a posted position, please contact our Human Resources department at 503-745-8982 or toll free 800-206-3369. For TTY/TDD enabled call 503-745-2137 or toll free 866-355-6935.