Continuous Improvement Engineer
Company: Sky Mavis
Location: New York
Posted on: March 4, 2025
Job Description:
ABOUT THRIVE MARKETThrive Market was founded in 2014 with a
mission to make healthy and sustainable living easy and affordable
for everyone. As an online, membership-based market, we deliver the
highest quality healthy, and sustainable products at member-only
prices. Every day, we help our 1.4M+ Members find better products,
support better brands, and build a better world in the process. We
are a profitable, half-billion-dollar revenue business proving that
mission-focused companies can succeed. We are also a Certified B
Corporation, recently became a Public Benefit Corporation, and are
a Climate Neutral Certified company. Join us as we bring healthy
and sustainable living to millions of Americans in the years to
come.The RoleThrive Market is seeking a detail-oriented and driven
Industrial Engineer to join our dynamic CI team. This role will
play a key part in optimizing operational processes, managing
projects, and developing training to support continuous improvement
initiatives and drive improvements within our fulfillment centers.
The ideal candidate will work closely with cross-functional teams
to develop, implement, and document best practices that enhance
efficiency and productivity across our fulfillment
operations.RESPONSIBILITIES
- Project Management:
- Assist in planning, coordinating, and executing projects aimed
at improving productivity and operational efficiency.
- Support project timelines, milestones, and deliverables to
ensure initiatives stay on track and meet established goals.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to monitor progress, address
challenges, and implement solutions.
- Process Improvement:
- Analyze existing processes and workflows to identify
opportunities for improvement.
- Develop data-driven recommendations to enhance efficiency,
reduce costs, and improve throughput.
- Implement process changes and monitor results to ensure
sustainable improvements.
- Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) Creation:
- Draft and update comprehensive SOPs for new and existing
operational processes.
- Ensure that all SOPs are accurate, user-friendly, and align
with company standards.
- Work with the operations team to roll out and communicate SOP
changes effectively.
- Facility Layout Design:
- Design and optimize facility layouts to improve space
utilization, workflow, and safety.
- Support Continuous Improvement Initiatives:
- Lead and participate in Lean, Six Sigma, and other continuous
improvement projects aimed at streamlining processes and reducing
waste.
- Technology Integration:
- Assist in evaluating and implementing warehouse technology
solutions to enhance operational capabilities, such as Automated
Storage & Retrieval Systems (ASRS), Vertical Lift Modules (VLM),
Warehouse Control Systems (WCS), Yard Management Systems (YMS),
etc.QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical
Engineering, or a related engineering field.
- 1-2 years of experience as an engineer in a fulfillment center,
manufacturing, or logistics setting (internship experience
considered).
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and
make informed decisions and recommendations with clear and
achievable ROIs.
- Proficiency in process mapping and workflow analysis.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, ability to
present project kickoffs and recaps to Directors and above.
- Experience with project management tools and techniques,
project management certification preferred.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and
manage multiple priorities.
- Detail-oriented with a focus on quality and efficiency.
- Experience leading Lean Six Sigma projects or kaizen events
across multiple sites.DESIRED SKILLS
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite or Google Suite
and data visualization tools, such as Domo or Tableau.
- Intermediate SQL proficiency.
- Proficiency with computer-aided design (CAD) tools for
designing layouts or modifications to fulfillment workflows.
- Experience with automated systems such as PLCs, robotics, or
warehouse control systems (WCS).
- Experience with warehouse management systems or manufacturing
execution systems implementations, such as Oracle, Manhattan, or
Red Prairie.
- Knowledge of training content development tools and
platforms.
- Problem-solving mindset with a proactive approach to continuous
improvement.
- Ability to interpret technical documents, including blueprints
and maintenance guides.
- Practical exposure to using tools and equipment in an
engineering or operational setting, such as power tools, diagnostic
equipment, and measuring tools.
- Proficiency with troubleshooting and maintaining mechanical,
electrical, or automation systems commonly used in fulfillment
centers, including conveyors, sortation, robotics, and material
handling equipment.BELONG TO A BETTER COMPANY:
- Comprehensive health benefits (medical, dental, vision, life
and disability)
- Competitive salary (DOE) + equity
- 401k plan
- 9 Days of Observed Holidays
- Flexible Paid Time Off
- Subsidized ClassPass Membership with access to fitness classes
and wellness and beauty experiences
- Ability to work in our beautiful co-working space at WeWork in
Playa Vista and other locations
- Free Thrive Market membership with exclusive employee
discount
- Coverage for Life Coaching & Therapy Sessions on our holistic
mental health and well-being platformWe're a community of more than
1 Million + members who are united by a singular belief: It should
be easy to find better products, support better brands, make better
choices, and build a better world in the process.At Thrive Market,
we believe in building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic culture.
If you are excited about this role along with our mission and
values, we encourage you to apply.Thrive Market is an
EEO/Veterans/Disabled/LGBTQ employerAt Thrive Market, our goal is
to be a diverse and inclusive workplace that is representative, at
all job levels, of the members we serve and the communities we
operate in. We're proud to be an inclusive company and an Equal
Opportunity Employer and we prohibit discrimination and harassment
of any kind. We believe that diversity and inclusion among our
teammates is critical to our success as a company, and we seek to
recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse
candidate pool. If you're thinking about joining our team, we
expect that you would agree!If you need assistance or accommodation
due to a disability, please email us at eoe@thrivemarket.com and
we'll be happy to assist you.Ensure your Thrive Market job offer is
legitimate and don't fall victim to fraud. Thrive Market never
seeks payment from job applicants. Thrive Market recruiters will
only reach out to applicants from an @thrivemarket.com email
address. For added security, where possible, apply through our
company website at .
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