Industrial Engineer

United. Inspired. Performance unites us, innovation inspires us, and commitment drives us to keep moving forward.

All new thinkers are welcome. We are looking for candidates who want to develop, grow, and dare to think new. Innovation is an important part of our DNA. If you appreciate an environment where you get to think new and constantly evolve, you will thrive here.

About us. Epiroc is a global productivity partner for mining & construction customers and accelerates the transformation toward a sustainable society. With ground-breaking technology, we develop and provide innovative and safe equipment, such as drill rigs, rock excavation and construction equipment and tools for surface and underground applications. We also offer world-class service and other aftermarket support as well as solutions for automation, digitalization and electrification. Our global headquarters is based in Örebro, Sweden and we have around 18,000 passionate employees supporting and collaborating with customers in over 150 countries around the world. Learn more at epirocgroup.com.

We succeed in our core business because we are passionate innovators with courage to change. With collaboration and mutual confidence, teams and individuals trust and support each other’s abilities to offer solutions. Together, we lead the way to make mining and construction more sustainable.

Epiroc offers rewarding experiences and professional growth opportunities. Recognition for your hard work includes:

• Benefits eligibility begins the 1st of the month after start date
• Health care eligibility - including medical, dental, vision, prescription and telemedicine
• Wellness program
• Employee discounts
• Short and long-term disability insurance
• Life and AD&D insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) and Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k) plan
• Direct deposit
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Sick Time
  
  

Join Our Team as a Logistics Developer at Epiroc!

Work Type: Onsite

Your Mission:

Reporting to the Logistics Development Manager, you will play a key role in developing warehouse and logistics processes and systems across all operational functions of the Distribution Center. A “Utility Player” – you are a well-rounded industrial engineer who utilizes various analytical tools and methodologies to improve efficiency/productivity for Epiroc. These tools include histograms, time studies, Kaizen events, and PFEP (Plan for every part) analysis. Skilled at value stream mapping, capacity planning, facility design, and layout optimization, you will use your project management skills and mathematical mindset to understand the current processes and procedures and will improve them.

Responsibilities:

• Drive improvement independently and be an innovator of new ways of working
• Drive the development of processes and ensure an efficient flow of operational functions, always keeping in mind the need for a safe working environment
• Contribute to the organization’s understanding and focus on customer needs
• Develop new processes to enable efficiency & effectiveness
• Design & implement operational layouts to improve internal processes
• Project Leader for new initiatives related to the distribution center including the evaluation of new investments, pre-studies, implementation and commissioning
• Train employees at the distribution center in new processes and routines
• Collaborate: work in close collaboration across all departments, ensuring adequate communication within each function of the Distribution Center
• Benchmark and provide appropriate tools to measure business performance
• Work with continuous improvement initiatives
• Supervise and direct the activities of Warehouse Auditors, such that they support the responsibilities listed above
  
  

The ideal candidate:

• Minimum two+ years’ work experience in an industrial manufacturing environment
• University degree in Industrial Engineering
• Experience working with a warehouse management system (WMS)
• Understanding of Metrics and KPI’s as well as how to impact them
• Proven technical skills:
• Process design for efficient operational workflow
• Process improvement development to drive operational efficiency/ productivity
• Implementation of new operational layouts to improve internal processes
• Capacity assessment and planning ability
• Change Management
• Solid organization and follow up skills
• A penchant for quality with working knowledge of ISO 9001 and 14001
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills including ability to perform V-lookups, and pivot table experience
• Process-focused mindset specifically geared toward continuous improvement opportunities
• Ability to manage and self-prioritize multiple simultaneous competing demands effectively
• Proactive focus and approach to problem identification and resolution
• Ability to transfer knowledge: educate others on newly implemented processes/ways of working
• Strong oral and written communication skills
  
  

The work environment is representative of what an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job within an office environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.

Note: This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the job. Employees are held accountable for all duties of the job.

A place where we all matter. Epiroc’s diversity approach is holistic, and our goal is to continue attracting, developing and retaining talented employees from diverse backgrounds, allowing us to benefit from a wide variety of experiences and perspectives.

Employment at Epiroc is “at-will,” which means that either you or the company can terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without prior notice, and for any reason not prohibited by statute, in accordance with state and federal guidelines. All employment is continued on that basis. No supervisor, manager or executive of the company, other than the General Manager in a signed writing, has any authority to alter the foregoing. Signature of this document serves as acknowledgment of receipt and does not create a contract of employment.

Epiroc is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Diversity and sustainability are key to growing fresh and innovative ideas and solutions for our customers. Epiroc is a leading manufacturer for the mining and infrastructure industries. Learn more at Epiroc.com.