Industrial Engineer

Industrial Engineer

Summary

Title:

Industrial Engineer
Department: 5651 (Distribution Center)

Location:

South Brunswick, NJ

Shift: Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm
Grade Level: 19

Employment Type:

Full Time Exempt
Proposed Salary Range: $85,000 - $90,000

Williams‑Sonoma operates a global retail and distribution network. The South Brunswick Distribution Center serves as a critical hub in the New Jersey region, supporting retail, online, and mail‑order customers.

• Analyze processes and systems across the supply chain and leverage cross‑functional partnerships to drive process improvement and waste reduction.
• Create standard operating procedures and labor standards for all warehousing processes, and maintain the engineering configuration for Labor Management platforms where applicable.
• Support capital projects—gather requirements, create layouts and process flows, manage vendors and budgets, and maintain communication with all stakeholders.
• Participate in special projects and other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• At least 0‑1 year in a technically related field.
• Strong analytical skills for evaluating processes and identifying areas for improvement.
• Organization and communication skills—demonstrable talent with collaboration, presentation, planning, negotiation, and root‑cause determination.
• Adaptability to changing business requirements and technologies, and strong critical thinking to implement effective solutions.
• Desire for continuous learning and professional development.
• Preferred:
  
  Experience with AutoCAD, Lean Six Sigma certification, programming knowledge (SQL, Python), data modeling and visualization (Power
  
  BI, Tableau), project management or change management experience, automated material handling equipment and robotics, AI/LLM usage.

• Able to bend, reach, squat, and climb stairs/ladders.
• Able to walk to any area within the facility (warehouses typically 1M+ sq ft).
• Able to stand for stretches of time (2+ hours).
• Willingness to travel (up to 50%).

• Generous discount on all Williams‑Sonoma, Inc. brand products.
• 401(k) plan and other investment opportunities.
• Paid vacations, Employee Assistance Programs, Time Off to Volunteer, Matching Gifts Community Service Program, and Holidays (in some locations).
• Health benefits, dental and vision insurance, including same‑sex domestic partner benefits, Legal and Identity Protection Plans and Pet Insurance.
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This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
Williams‑Sonoma, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other protected status.