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Supply Chain Engineer II

New Bern, NC / Full-time

Your responsibilities

The Supply Chain Engineer supports the factory team and is responsible for identifying, developing, and optimizing processes & procedures within the Supply Chain, intralogistics, and warehouse areas. Defines, develops, and optimizes standards & processes to support uninterrupted, productive manufacturing. Responsibilities span all functions related to receiving, shipping, material handling & movements, inventory control, and customer service processes.

The Supply Chain Engineer uses a standardized approach to continuously improve and develop the standards executed on the shop floor. The standardized tools and methods involve problem solving, analysis, risk management, and project management.

The Supply Chain Engineer leads medium sized cross-functional projects, and actively participates in problem solving and continuous improvement activities. Has an established competency and drives solutions focused on fulfilling customer requirements. Their experience cultivates out-of-the-box thinking and transforms ideas into solutions through decision-making processes. Clearly identifies risks & issues, and solutions are found through data driven techniques. Address high-complex issues & concerns by implementing sustainable solutions. Takes initiative, interactions are self-driven & -motivated while tasks are independently prioritized. Supports and develops an increasing role as team motivator and facilitator of cross-departmental collaboration. Mentors others in the role, including others in problem solving events without waiting for additional direction.

The Supply Chain Engineer thrives working in fast-paced, exciting & dynamic environments. Driven by delivering high quality, on time, solutions. Applies appropriate risk to drive results and excels at handling multiple demands simultaneously.

·       General Responsibilities:

·       Definition and optimization of intralogistics material flow from incoming materials, commissioning, delivery to assembly lines, and outbound finished goods.

·       Define and document standards across areas of responsibility.

·       Support production and warehouse operations.

·       Design material layouts and develop material handling systems for the factory.

·       SAP responsibilities as related to internal logistics.

·       Write Standard Operating Procedures and ISO work instructions.

·       Define packaging requirements for parts.

·       Coordinate material handling safety and ergonomics in accordance with OSHA standards

·       Specific Responsibilities:

·       Develops procedures and coordinates training for warehouse and production personnel associated with material handling and maintains them in accordance with ISO/Training matrices.

·       Performs computer simulations of logistic problems.

·       Responsible for scanning, barcoding, and wireless technologies within warehouse.

·       Streamlines processes through improved integration with SAP.

·       Approves or issues specifications for packaging from vendors, both internal and external.

·       Maximizes efficiency by analyzing processes and improving them.

·       Determines the correct methods of material handling.

·       Writes specifications and purchases material handling equipment.

·       Manages projects in the areas of new product introduction, equipment selection and installation.

·       Acts as participant, facilitator, or leader of cross-functional teams.

·       Assists in the preparation for annual budgets as well as review of annual budgets in accordance with business plan.

·       All other duties as assigned.

Your profile

·       Bachelor’s degree (Technical Engineering e.g. Industrial Engineering – Required

·       Master’s degree (Technical Engineering e.g. Industrial Engineering) – Preferred

·       Certification (AutoCAD, Value Stream Mapping, PFEP, Lean Line Design, KANBAN, Supermarket Calculation, Flow Simulations) – Required

·       Certification (MTM Logistics) – Preferred

·       Certification (Project Management) – Preferred

·       Certification (Problem Solving e.g Red X – Shainin, 8D, PDCA or six sigma) - Preferred

·       3-5 Years of Experience (Technical supply chain/logistics experience) – Required

·       3-5 Years of Experience (Manufacturing or Warehouse) – Required

·       Intermediate understanding of supply chain engineering, manufacturing, intralogistics concepts & applications, and lean design.

·       Intermediate knowledge of problem-solving tools, root cause analysis and decision making.

·       Intermediate knowledge of factory capacity, lean manufacturing concepts & processes.

·       Intermediate knowledge of warehouse and intralogistics material flow.

·       Intermediate knowledge of SAP or other MRP/ERP systems.

·       Intermediate knowledge of total cost of ownership and project payback calculations.

·       Intermediate project management proficiency.

·       Warehouse equipment and Industry 4.0 understanding.

·       Basic knowledge of AutoCAD and other simulation software.

·       Excellent oral and written communications skills to work with various departments in the organization as well as outside vendors

·       Excellent ability to gather, interpret, analyze, and proactively act on data with minimal supervision

·       Travel: 10%

Your Pay & Benefits

The pay range posted for this position is based on the location noted in the posting title. Exact compensation offered may vary based on your specific skillset and work location. If the position is bonus or incentive eligible then the maximum payout potential is 200% of target with details laid out within the plan document.

 Benefits offered include the following:

• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability benefits, employee assistance program (EAP), Adoption Benefits, HSA, FSA, and Dependent Care FSA starting on the first day of the month after 27 days of employment. 
• Eligible to participate in 401K Savings and Retirement Plan on the first day of the month following or coincident with the date you complete 1 month of employment. 
• MotivateMe Employee Wellness program through CIGNA. 
• 2 weeks of paid vacation for all non-temporary status new hires below Director level positions. Vacation entitlement increases based on years of service with BSH.
• Unlimited paid vacation for all Director and above level positions.
• 40 hours of paid sick leave (Non-Production Line)
• 40 hours of paid personal leave (Production Line)
• Employee, friends, and family discount program for company products. 
• BSH provides ongoing product training, uniforms, computer tablet, cell phone and a company vehicle for eligible positions.

Further information

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