Schedule: M-F Day

Location: Erlanger, KY site (Homebase)

As a part of the Wayfair Industrial Engineering team, you will identify and implement projects to enhance Wayfairs ability to deliver a perfect order at scale. You will support the update and design of building layouts, to ensure drawings are up to date. Create new layouts and design to fit conveyors/shelving/work stations and partner with operations teams. Support the development of RFP’s as needed, perform ROI Analysis and Procurement for various supply chain solutions including hardware, software, & supporting technology.

What You’ll Do 

Must Have

• Analytical approach to problem solving
• Warehouse general understanding and some of the equipment used
• Communication skills to provide engineering support for process improvement initiatives with site leadership
• Able to manage vendors in the design process and proposal deliveries i.e. timeline of project and delivery of proposals
• Space planning and layout design proficiency (AutoCad)
• Able to discuss and show Return on Investment (Capital vs labor savings)
• Ability to communicate with Vendors and communicate in meetings internally and externally
• Travel – 20/30%

Nice to Have

• Lead implementation of material handling systems that enable capacity and productivity improvements
• Knowledge of Material Handling Equipment (conveyors, sortation, robotics)
• Provides change management guidance, assists with process and equipment validation including but not limited to development, training, documentation and reporting
• Knowledge of data mining techniques (SQL)and distribution/conveyor systems
• Knowledge of 3d drawing capabilities (demo 3D, google sketchup)
• Knowledge of Racking design and process knowledge for Distribution 

What You’ll Need

• Bachelor’s degree with an emphasis in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or related field 
• 3+ years of experience or technical background of Warehouse Management Systems in including conveyor design and implementation along with Outbound understanding
• Ability to effectively communicate with business partners both local and remote
• Detail oriented, proactive, with strong analytical and organizational skills 
• Excellent time management and multi­tasking skills
• Proficient with AutoCad