Senior Engineer - Automation and Implementation

About the Position

This role is responsible for applying industry best practices and a structured approach to optimize and standardize how Kenco designs, deploys and implements automation solutions across our operations.

 Sr Engineers are in a co-managed environment with Operational leaders, setting the focused project priorities to deliver value to customer networks through a technology / systems solution. The position will address business and technical needs related to Kenco’s platform of systems, serving the warehousing / logistics industry as we complete the initial implementation at our operational sites. This position should be comfortable with collaborative approach to project management and be willing to work toward consensus, agreement/alignment.

Functions

·         Work with clients to understand business requirements, budgets and staffing needs

·         Support the design and implementation of automation solutions such as Conveyors, AMR, ASRS, etc., by working third party vendors, automation integrators, Solutions Design, IT, and Operations teams

·         Establish critical KPI specific to the deployed automation solution

·         Develop a cadence of reporting and analysis to provide visibility of deployment and performance of automation solutions

·         Works with internal stakeholders to ensure operational team is trained on technologies being implemented

·         Works with vendors and integrators to ensure functional requirements are met per SOW and design specifications

·         Develops reporting and dashboards for selected robotics and automation packages

·         Develops automation capacity plans

·         Develop playbooks and standard work for automation solutions

·         May lead the implementation of analytics applications like SlotDC, Control Tower, etc., by working with Lead Engineers, Data Science and BI (Business Intelligence), IT, and Operations teams

·         Work with Data Science and BI and Marketing teams to develop required marketing collateral

·         Build reporting as a storytelling tool – allowing stakeholders to digest insights quickly and to drive action

·         Support LMS (Labor Management System) integration efforts with WCS (Warehouse Control System) and WMS (Warehouse Management System)

·         Develop best practices and cost reduction activities

·         Track value (Value Creation Index, or VCI) created from all assigned projects

• Ensure warehouse flow, conduct zoning and slotting assessments, profile analysis etc.
• Conduct process observations and time-motion studies, line balancing, one-piece flow simulation analysis, zoning/slotting, profile analysis, takt time methods, Value Stream Mapping (VSM), process mapping, Measurement Systems Analysis (MSA), Process Capability and performance (Cp/Cpk), exploratory data analysis, hypothesis testing, process improvement methods, waste analysis (Value Added vs Non-Value Added activities, VA-NVA), Statistical Process Control (SPC), Control Charting, and Control Planning

·         Align the organization around lean principles and drive establishment of lean systems in all areas through use of Hoshin planning activities

·         Ensure that the correct tools be utilized to solve the most important problems affecting our customer’s satisfaction, quality, cost, and delivery.

·         Utilize lean and six sigma methodologies to reduce waste and variation within the operation

·         Understand Solutions design, Financial model, and Contract Pricing

·         Write business requirement documents and support Requests for Proposal (RFPs)

Qualifications

·         Bachelor’s degree in Industrial or Logistics Engineering or related discipline required

·         5-8 years of applied experience in a distribution setting (or 3PL) or a Master’s degree with 3-5 years of experience

·         Lean Six Sigma  Certification preferred

·         PMP certification preferred

·         Experience with WMS, WCS & Automation solutions required

·         Microsoft Office Suite expert with emphasis on Access, Excel and PowerPoint & Visio required

·         Intermediate Data visualization (PowerBI, Tableau) and database programming (SQL, DAX, etc.) knowledge preferred

·         Intermediate skills in developing and managing: Leader Standard Work, Visual Management Systems and Management Accountability Systems, Plan-Do-Check-Act (PDCA), Value Stream Mapping, Kaizen, 5S/Workplace Organization required

·         Effective interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written)

·         Capable of multi-tasking, highly organized, with excellent time management skills required

·         Demonstrated ability to effectively analyze data to identify trends, performance results, and opportunities for improvement

·         Programming knowledge preferred (Python, R, C++)

·         Experience in a customer facing role defining expectations and achieving results

·         Demonstrated ability to effectively analyze data to identify trends, performance results, and opportunities for improvement

Competencies

·         Business Acumen - Knowledgeable in current and possible future policies, practices, trends, technology, and information affecting his/her business and organization.

·         Communicate for Impact - Proactively communicate with all stakeholders throughout the life cycle of programs and projects.

·         Influencing Others - Can quickly find common ground and can solve problems for the good of the organization with a minimal amount of noise. Authentically gains trust and support of peers.

·         Managing Transitions/ Change Management - Effectively plans, manages, and communicates changes in processes with appropriate stakeholders.

·         Strategic Agility - Enable Kenco to remain competitive by adjusting and adapting to innovative ideas necessary to support Kenco’s long-term organizational strategy.

Travel Requirements

• This position is expected to travel approximately 50% - 75%.
• A passport is not required but recommended.

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