Industrial Engineer Project Manager at Novo Logistics in Ardmore, Oklahoma

Job Description:

Novo Logistics

Position: Industrial Engineer Project Manager

Location: Ardmore, Oklahoma

Company Description

"The Novo culture has the utmost respect for our team members, families, and local community. As a member of Novo, we warmly welcome you and your family to the Novo team. We empower our team members to advocate for our cultural values of respect, safety, transparency, and continuous improvement. Our team is proud to work for Novo, and we’re proud to work with them.  Join us in making a difference for our partners."

With operations in states across the country, partnerships with industry leading corporations, and continued expansion in our future, there are many opportunities for personal growth and development when you choose to explore a career with us. Join our team and grow with us! We are an equal opportunity employer.

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Achieves project results (time, scope, and budget) through the project team.
• Participate in pricing projects and RFP responses.
• Leads multi-disciplined teams in the delivery of new business start-ups and other projects.
• Assembles project schedule from base information and is responsible for working with each functional area for developing their portion of the schedule (IT, Operations, Payroll, HR, Safety/Security, Contracts, etc.).
• Leads weekly status calls with the customer and with the internal team.
• Works with Project Sponsors to ensure alignment between Novo and customer.
• Develops and presents options in a concise manner when roadblocks are reached.
• Ensures deliverables are met as defined in the project in order to achieve success.
• Establishes and manages risk mitigation and issue resolution plans.
• Perform time studies – systematic observations, analysis, and measurement of separate steps in the performance of a specific job for the purpose of establishing a standard time for each performance, improving procedures, and increasing productivity. Track and report performance metrics, action items, issues, and risks.
• Challenge "business as usual" using a fact-based, objective mindset.
• Prepare status reports and presentations suitable for varied audiences.
• Develop strong working relationships with internal staff to ensure effective communication with all related functional areas.
• Perform others requests and duties as assigned by the General Manager or upper level management.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
• Knowledge of company policies and procedures, in addition to safety requirements.
• Knowledge of general warehouse work instructions, safety, and housekeeping procedures.
• Advanced knowledge of computer programs including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Excellent analytical skills, including the ability to see the overall picture.
• Ability to use good judgment when determining to escalate issues and options.
• Ability to communicate effectively to all levels of the business organizations.
• Ability to set goals and implement plan to achieve.
• Ability to solve problems and adapt to situations requiring solutions to unforeseen circumstances.
• Ability to communicate effectively with partners, team members, management, and others.
• Ability to multitask in stressful and fast-paced environments.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND CERTIFICATION:
• Bachelor’s degree preferred, or relevant work experience as an IEPM.
• Experience with WMS, Labor Management, PowerPoint, Access, and development with labor standards experience is preferred.
• Three (3) plus years of industrial engineering project management and warehouse operations experience preferred.

WORKING CONDITIONS:
Varied working conditions between controlled and uncontrolled environments. Moderate walking, standing, and/or climbing; heavy lifting and carrying, stooping, bending, kneeling, and reaching. Work outside and inside; work around machinery with moving parts; work around moving objects or vehicles; exposure to dampness and humidity; exposure to slippery and uneven surfaces. Travel will be required, up to 10%.

Employment Type(s)

Full-Time, Exempt
 

Compensation

Salaried (paid weekly via Direct Deposit).
 

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance

Company sponsored premiums for Medical Insurance, with nominal Team Member contribution.
Dental/Vision Insurance, Life Insurance policy, and other options.

401(k) Plan

Company match option.

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Paid Time Off hours in accordance with Company and Site Policy.

Paid Holidays

Paid Holiday hours in accordance with Company and Site Policy.
 

Experience

Required

• 3 year(s): Experience with WMS, Labor Management, PowerPoint, Access, and development with labor standards experience is preferred. Three (3) plus years of industrial engineering project management and warehouse operations experience preferred.

Education

Required

• Bachelors or better in Engineering or related field

Skills

Preferred

• Communication


• Collaboration


• Brainstorming


• Articulating


• Active Listening

Behaviors

Preferred

• Innovative: Consistently introduces new ideas and demonstrates original thinking


• Team Player: Works well as a member of a group


• Leader: Inspires teammates to follow them


• Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well


• Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Motivations

Preferred

• Goal Completion: Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks


• Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help


• Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

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