JOB DESCRIPTION

1st Shift, Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 5:30pm

Logistics done differently.

At XPO Logistics, we’re constantly looking for ways to improve, enhance, and adapt
in an ever-changing marketplace. As the Industrial Engineer, you will be responsible
for identifying facility design requirements, personnel requirements, and writing work
instructions and standard operating procedures. On our team, you’ll have the support
to excel at work, and the resources to build a career you can be proud of.  

Pay, benefits and more.

We are eager to attract the best, so we offer competitive compensation and a generous
benefits package, including full health insurance (medical, dental and vision), 401(k),
life insurance, disability and more.

What you’ll do on a typical day:

 Analyze efficiencies and prepare/present efficiency reports using SQL and

other tools
 Identify facility design requirements based on activity levels, product
dimensional profiles, product flow, and transportation methods; create
equipment and operating supply lists and provide purchase requisitions;
develop IT equipment (hardware and cabling) requirements based on activity
levels and work content
 Determine startup and ongoing personnel requirements based on work tasks,
activity levels, and product dimensional profiles; identify management and
supervisory staffing requirements based on technical requirements of work
required
 Identify technical skills and education levels required by job classification;
provide job descriptions, shift requirements, and manpower level to HR for
hiring
 Develop training plans and train local distribution center employees using
process work instructions; coordinate safety, environmental, equipment, and
process training requirements with HR, Compliance, and Safety Manager
 Convert contract documents, proposals, and statements of work into work
instructions and operating procedures; submit ISO compliant work instruction
and standard operating procedure documents to Quality Management System
  Determine packaging/kitting requirements based on method of transportation
and product dimensional profile; specify and document packaging methods;
specify and purchase packaging equipment, containers/cartons, and packing
(void fill) to support cartonization functionality and product dimensional
profile; identify outbound labeling/documentation requirements
 Determine time estimates to develop, purchase, document, implement, and
install existing and new processes, IT solutions and equipment, operational
supplies, etc.

What you need to succeed at XPO:

At a minimum, you’ll need:

 Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering or related field

 Advanced to expert SQL skills
 2 + years of professional experience
 Experience with analytical tools such as flow charts, Pareto charts, cause and
effect diagrams, run charts, etc.
 Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and MS
Project)
 Availability to travel up to 25%

It’d be great if you also have:

 Lean/Six Sigma Black Belt

 Excellent verbal and written communication skills; able to present clean,
organized and thorough information and data appropriate for intended
audience; compose thorough and detailed technical documentation, procedures,
manuals, etc.
 Ability to develop insightful, value-added and actionable analyses with detailed
explanations regarding drivers of those results
 Ability to identify opportunities to increase accuracy, optimize resources, and
develop, recommend, and implement solutions
 Strong attention to detail and follow-up skills with ability to identify and
resolve problems

XPO provides cutting-edge supply chain solutions to the world's most successful
companies, including Disney, Pepsi, L'Oréal, Toyota and many others. We’re the
fastest-growing transportation company on the Fortune 500 list and we’re just getting
started.
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Qualified
applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex,
disability, veteran, or other protected status.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work
being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be
construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of
personnel so classified. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of
their normal responsibilities from time-to-time, as needed

ASKS

o Plan and establish sequence of operations to fabricate and assemble parts or

products and to promote efficient utilization.
o Review production schedules, engineering specifications, orders, and related
information to obtain knowledge of manufacturing methods, procedures, and
activities.
o Estimate production costs, cost saving methods, and the effects of product
design changes on expenditures for management review, action, and control.
o Draft and design layout of equipment, materials, and workspace to illustrate
maximum efficiency using drafting tools and computer.
o Coordinate and implement quality control objectives, activities, or procedures
to resolve production problems, maximize product reliability, or minimize
costs.
o Communicate with management and user personnel to develop production and
design standards.
o Recommend methods for improving utilization of personnel, material, and
utilities.
o Develop manufacturing methods, labor utilization standards, and cost analysis
systems to promote efficient staff and facility utilization.
o Confer with clients, vendors, staff, and management personnel regarding
purchases, product and production specifications, manufacturing capabilities, or
project status.
o Apply statistical methods and perform mathematical calculations to determine
manufacturing processes, staff requirements, and production standards.
 o Study operations sequence, material flow, functional statements, organization
charts, and project information to determine worker functions and
responsibilities.
o Complete production reports, purchase orders, and material, tool, and
equipment lists.
o Record or oversee recording of information to ensure currency of engineering
drawings and documentation of production problems.
o Evaluate precision and accuracy of production and testing equipment and
engineering drawings to formulate corrective action plan.
o Analyze statistical data and product specifications to determine standards and
establish quality and reliability objectives of finished product.
o Regulate and alter workflow schedules according to established manufacturing
sequences and lead times to expedite production operations.
o Direct workers engaged in product measurement, inspection, and testing
activities to ensure quality control and reliability.
o Formulate sampling procedures and designs and develop forms and instructions
for recording, evaluating, and reporting quality and reliability data.
o Implement methods and procedures for disposition of discrepant material and
defective or damaged parts, and assess cost and responsibility.
o Schedule deliveries based on production forecasts, material substitutions,
storage and handling facilities, and maintenance requirements.

SKILLS

o Reading Comprehension - Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in

work related documents.
o Active Listening - Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking
time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and
not interrupting at inappropriate times.
o Writing - Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of
the audience.
o Speaking - Talking to others to convey information effectively.
o Mathematics - Using mathematics to solve problems.
o Critical Thinking - Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and
weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
 o Active Learning - Understanding the implications of new information for both
current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
o Monitoring - Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals,
or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
o Social Perceptiveness - Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why
they react as they do.
o Coordination - Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
o Instructing - Teaching others how to do something.
o Complex Problem Solving - Identifying complex problems and reviewing
related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
o Judgment and Decision Making - Considering the relative costs and benefits of
potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.
o Systems Analysis - Determining how a system should work and how changes
in conditions, operations, and the environment will affect outcomes.
o Time Management - Managing one's own time and the time of others.

KNOWLEDGE

o Administration and Management - Knowledge of business and management

principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources
modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of
people and resources.
o Customer and Personal Service - Knowledge of principles and processes for
providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs
assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer
satisfaction.
o Production and Processing - Knowledge of raw materials, production
processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the
effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
o Computers and Electronics - Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips,
electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including
applications and programming.
o Engineering and Technology - Knowledge of the practical application of
engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles,
techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various
goods and services.
o Design - Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in
production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.
o Mechanical - Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses,
repair, and maintenance.
o Mathematics - Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics,
and their applications.
o Education and Training - Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum
and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the
measurement of training effects.
o English Language - Knowledge of the structure and content of the English
language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition,
and grammar.