Distribution Engineering Manager at Schneider Electric USA, Inc in Athens, Texas

Type: Full-Time

Job Description:

What will you do?

The Distribution Engineering Manager position is a key member of the Warehouse leadership team and will have responsibility for leading a team of engineers to drive world class performance. The person in this position will be responsible for leading the continuous improvement efforts of their team using the Schneider Performance System while driving innovation and creative problem solving. Safety leadership, Quality focus, Customer service and plant productivity are critical to the success of the business and are core responsibilities. Leadership skills and mechanical aptitude are both critical for this role.

• Drive a high-performance culture through strong performance management while balancing productivity and cost.

• Develop a future ready high performance Engineering team, utilized digital solutions including AI and Machine Learning to automate processes and establish controls.

• Utilize Lean Six Sigma skills and lead VSM to address complex process opportunities with simple solutions.

• Collaborate with Central Transformation Team to plan and implement Transformation projects to automate and optimization the Distribution Center.

• Identify constraints to achieving goals, collaborate to find and implement effective solutions via our SIM (Short Interval Management) process.

• Develop cost estimates, determine work standards and implement improvement within our processes.

• Supports project launches, and material flow implementations.

• Responsible to maintain, design and support DC powered equipment (AGV. Conveyor. PIT, Pallet Suttles, VLM...) tooling, fixtures, equipment design, purchase, maintenance, and line architecture

• Define and optimize internal flows based on the principles of the Schneider Production System including global architecture for warehousing.

• Measure and analyze warehouse performance (cost and service) and implement corrective actions.

• Work on daily and long-term problems/projects using Quality and SPS tools including PFMEA, Control Plan, 8D, CAPEX, SAP, work orders, CAD, etc.

• Exercises judgment within broadly defined practices and policies in selecting methods, techniques and evaluation criterion (based upon SPS principles) for obtaining results.

What qualifications will make you successful?

We know skills and competencies show up in many different ways and can be based on your life experience. If you do not necessarily meet all the requirements that are listed, we still encourage you to apply for the position.

This job might be for you if:

Education:

• Bachelor of Science, preferably within Engineering based discipline (Industrial, Mechanical) but will consider Supply Chain or other related fields based on experience.

Experience:

• 5-10 years of relevant work experience.

• Prior experience in Value Stream analysis; Lean concepts (ie. 5S, Line architecture / 2 bin design, material providing and handling / route design, work instructions, etc.)

• Experience with root cause analysis utilizing problem solving tools identifying and correcting issues.

• Ability to drive process and culture change in a mature organization.

• Experience developing and implementing automated solutions (AGV, ASRS, etc).

• PLC Programming experience a plus.

Skills & Abilities:

• Leadership: Driving results through influence and collaboration

• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills; project management experience

• Strong organizational skills including but not limited to the ability to handle multiple demands and assignments in parallel, the ability to prioritize tasks effectively and efficiently

• Demonstrate significant potential and mobility for future advancement to higher levels of leadership within manufacturing operations

• Significant knowledge and experience within business software related to Manufacturing and Capacity Planning such as SAP, ACCESS/SQL databases, and Excel

• Demonstrate ability to perform root cause analysis and develop action plans to strategically eliminate barriers

What's in it for me?

Schneider Electric offers a robust benefits package to support our employees such as flexible work arrangements, paid family leave,401(k)+ match, and more. Click here to find out more about working with us:http://se.com/us/careers.

We seek out and reward people for putting the customer first, being disruptive to the status quo, embracing different perspectives, continuously learning, and acting like owners. We're recognized around the world for welcoming people as they are. We create an inclusive culture where all forms of diversityare seen asa real value for the company. See what our people have to say about working for Schneider Electric.

Who will you report to?

DC Director

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Why us?

Schneider Electric is leading the digital transformation of energy management and automation. Our technologies enable the world to use energy in a safe, efficient and sustainable manner. We strive to promote a global economy that is both ecologically viable and highly productive.

€25.7bn global revenue

137 000+ employees in 100+ countries

45% of revenue from IoT

5% of revenue devoted for R&D

You must submit an online application to be considered for any position with us. This position will be posted until filled

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