Industrial Engineer at Lands' End Inc.

 As an Industrial Engineer at Lands’ End, you will play a crucial role in optimizing our production processes and systems to enhance efficiency, quality, and productivity. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify areas for improvement, develop innovative solutions, and implement best practices across our operations. This position requires a proactive problem solver with a keen eye for detail and a passion for continuous improvement. This position will support the Lands' End Outfitters division.

Job Functions (Employees must be able to perform the job functions of this position satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the duties, knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.  If requested, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.)

• Process Optimization: Analyze and improve warehouse processes, workflows, and layout for maximum efficiency.
• Collaboration: Partner with IT and cross-functional warehouse teams to integrate WMS with existing systems and processes.
• Monitor system performance and generate reports to utilize data analysis to identify trends and make recommendations for operational improvements.
• Labor Management Analysis: Participate in the development and maintenance of labor management programs, including data collection, analysis, and reporting to support workforce optimization.
• Process Improvement Support: Collaborate with Distribution Leaders to identify process inefficiencies and support the execution of continuous improvement projects aimed at cost reduction and operational excellence.
• Data Collection and Reporting: Gather, analyze, and report on key performance metrics related to distribution center operations, providing actionable insights to drive decision-making and process improvements.
• Support Automation Projects: Assist in the design and implementation of automation systems within distribution centers, contributing to efforts that enhance efficiency and productivity.
• Cost Reduction: Identify opportunities to reduce production costs through process improvements, material savings, and efficient resource utilization. Conduct cost-benefit analyses to support decision-making.
• Data Analysis: Utilize statistical and analytical tools to collect, analyze, and interpret data related to production processes. Prepare detailed reports and presentations to communicate findings and recommendations to stakeholders.
• Project Management: Lead and manage projects aimed at improving production efficiency, implementing new technologies, and enhancing overall operational effectiveness. Ensure projects are completed on time and within budget.

Skills

• Technical Skills: Proficiency in process improvement methodologies (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma), statistical analysis, and production planning tools. Experience with CAD software and manufacturing execution systems (MES) is a plus.
• Analytical Skills:  Proficiency in analytics, simulation, and project management tools.
• Problem Solving: Demonstrated ability to analyze complex systems and processes, identify inefficiencies, and develop innovative engineering solutions to drive improvements. Strong problem-solving abilities, with a data-driven approach to decision-making.
• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively present ideas and influence decision-making. Strong leadership and teamwork abilities, with a proven track record of successfully managing cross-functional projects.
• Project Management: Proven experience in leading and managing projects, with a track record of successfully implementing process improvements and cost-saving initiatives.
• Attention to Detail: High level of attention to detail and accuracy in all aspects of work.
• Adaptability: Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing priorities and demands. 
• Not a people leader but responsible for influencing Operational Leaders for process improvements including coaching for improvement.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit for long periods of time.
• Able to stand and walk on a cement floor for periods of time.
• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs.
• Ability to travel to the Distribution Centers in different location in WI.

Education & Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or higher education in Industrial/Manufacturing Engineering, operations research, statistics, or a related field from an accredited institution.
• Three- Five years of experience in a labor management program engineering labor standards within a distribution or fulfillment center in a private, government of military environment.
• Distribution Automation technologies experience.

This job description is intended to set forth the core functions required for this position and describe the general nature of the work performed by employees in this position.  It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job.  Employees may be assigned additional responsibilities as necessary.  The Company reserves the right to revise this job description at any time and to require employees to perform other tasks as circumstances or conditions of the Company’s business, competitive considerations or the work environment changes.  This document describes the position currently available and is not an employment contract.

 The position covered by this Job Description is expressly declared to be “at will,” meaning the Company has the right to terminate the incumbent’s employment at any time, with or without cause.  Any written or oral promises or representations to the contrary are expressly disavowed and should not be relied upon by any employee. Any change to this “at will” employment status must be in writing and signed by the EVP, Chief Administrative Officer & General Counsel.