Industrial Engineer

Create a healthier, brighter future for pets, pet parents and people!

If you want to make a real difference, create an exciting career path, feel welcome to be your whole self and nurture your wellbeing, Petco is the place for you.

Our core values capture that spirit as we work to improve lives by doing what's right for pets, people and our planet.

• We love all pets like our own
• We're the future of the pet industry
• We're here to improve lives
• We drive outstanding results together
• We're welcome as we are

Petco is a category‑defining health and wellness company focused on improving the lives of pets, pet parents and Petco partners. We are 29,000 strong and operate 1,500+ pet care centers in the U.S., Mexico and Puerto Rico, including 250+ Vetco Total Care hospitals, hundreds of preventive care clinics and eight distribution centers. We're focused on purpose‑driven work, and strongly believe what's good for pets, people and our planet is good for Petco.

Petco vision:
Healthier Pets. Happier People. Better World. We're making things better for pets, people and the planet through our Think Adoption First philosophy, the Petco Foundation and other important initiatives that focus on putting animals first, educating pet parents and reducing our carbon footprint. The journey starts with knowledgeable, passionately engaged associates who are proud to recommend Petco as a place to work, who believe in our Vision and who are committed to delivering a superior customer experience.

From our retail stores and our network of Distribution Centers to our Corporate offices, you'll work with others who share your values and commitment. We seek individuals who are passionate about animal welfare, have great people skills and are driven to grow and advance in their careers with us. Our ongoing growth is creating exceptional opportunities for professional development and personal enrichment throughout our organization.

The Industrial Engineer will be for our Distribution Center in our Joliet, IL location. Will be responsible for administering the Labor Management and Pay for Performance program, including engineered labor standards, within the assigned region of the DC supply chain network. This position will provide engineering services to the DC network, to include project management, continuous process improvement, and identification of operational cost reductions to optimize the DCs utilization, productivity and efficiency.

The incumbent must be able to perform all of the following duties and responsibilities with or without a reasonable accommodation.

• Effective verbal and written communication with all professional contacts with emphasis on company interests.
• Independently prioritize and accomplish multiple tasks within established time frames and effectively accomplish assigned duties through work of subordinates and/or peers.
• Demonstrate knowledge of Labor Management and Incentive Programs, including engineered labor standards and Labor Management systems.
• Quantify the value of continuous improvement opportunities related to process design, flow of materials, facility layout and resource utilization.
• Collaborate with DC leadership to define, prioritize and execute continuous improvement projects.
• Provide recommendations for staffing and business forecasts.
• Display a working knowledge of multi-channel Distribution Center operations (Retail and eCommerce fulfillment).
• Drive sustainable results via increased floor presence in the Distribution Center and routinely interacting with hourly front‑line partners and department supervisors.

No direct reports.

While some job duties are performed while seated indoors, some time is spent in a warehouse environment where exposure to heat, cold, dirt, dust, fumes, and/or noise should not be overlooked. A risk of injury may result from following improper safety procedures.

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or related field from a four‑year college or university.
• Minimum 2 years professional experience in industrial engineering, preferably in a retail distribution center…