Industrial Engineer

Overview

Simon & Schuster was named to Forbes magazine list of America s Best Mid-Size Employers 2022. Simon & Schuster is a global leader in general interest publishing, dedicated to providing the best in fiction and nonfiction for readers of all ages, and in all printed, digital and audio formats. Its distinguished roster of authors includes many of the world s most popular and widely recognized writers, and winners of the most prestigious literary honors and awards.

It is home to numerous well-known imprints and divisions such as Simon & Schuster, Scribner, Atria Books, Gallery Books, Pocket Books, Adams Media, Simon & Schuster Children s Publishing and Simon & Schuster Audio and international companies in Australia, Canada, India and the United Kingdom, and proudly brings the works of its authors to readers in more than 200 countries and territories.

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Simon & Schuster is seeking an Industrial Engineer for its distribution operations facilities. Reporting into the VP of Distribution Operations, this Engineer will be responsible for optimizing operational efficiency, reducing costs, and improving productivity by applying engineering methods to the facility s processes and systems. Key duties include process analysis, facility layout design, labor standard development, and project management for new technologies or automation.

This role will be based in our Jackson, TN location

• Design and implement automation systems, including conveyor control and material handling solutions.
• Project Management:
  Lead and manage cross-functional projects of various sizes, such as installing Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), implementing new material handling equipment (MHE), or introducing automation and robotics.
• Develop and maintain labor standards through time studies and industry best practices.
• Create and maintain facility layouts and engineering designs using CAD software.
• Lead and manage engineering and process improvement projects across departments.
• Data Analysis & Metrics:
  Collect and analyze performance data using tools like time studies and work sampling and develop key performance indicator (KPI) reports and dashboards for management review.
• Quality and Safety:
  Implement quality control procedures to minimize errors, waste, and damages, and evaluate job safety through ergonomic analysis and risk reduction.
• Cost Analysis & Justification:
  Conduct analyses and provide cost justifications for capital project requests and new equipment purchases to ensure return on investment (ROI).
• Training and Documentation:
  Develop and document standard operating procedures (SOPs), work instructions, and training materials, and train employees and supervisors on new processes and systems.

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial or Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of previous experience in a distribution, logistics, or manufacturing environment, with a background in process improvement methodologies like Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma, is highly preferred.
• Proven experience with automation implementation and conveyor systems.
• Strong knowledge of WMS platforms and warehouse process integration.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD or similar CAD software.
• Experience developing and implementing engineered labor standards.
• Strong project management and reporting skills.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.

• Certified Professional in Industrial Engineering (CPIE) certification
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
• Certified in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM) certification
• Lean certification
• Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) certification

Simon & Schuster US is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) including disability/vet. At Simon & Schuster US, the spirit of inclusion feeds into everything that we do. From employee benefits/programs and social impact outreach initiatives, we believe that opportunity, access, resources and rewards should be available to and for the benefit of all. Simon & Schuster US is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action…