3M Sr Industrial Engineer Supply Chain Network Optimization Distribution Excellence 

United States, Illinois 

86151949

Job Title

Sr. Industrial Engineer, Network Optimization & Distribution Excellence

The Impact You’ll Make in this Role
As a Sr. Industrial engineer at a 3M distribution center, you will play a pivotal role in driving operations excellence across our distribution centers. Your primary focus will be designing, implementing and optimizing network, drive advanced automation systems, labor management programs and continuous improvement projects. You will leverage your expertise in Industrial engineering to enhance productivity, efficiency, and quality within our operations.

As a Sr Industrial Engineer in Global Logistics, you will have the opportunity to tap into your curiosity and collaborate with some of the most innovative people around the world. Here, you will make an impact by:

• Supply Chain Network Optimization : Lead and model network optimization scenarios, redesign distribution networks to improve cost efficiency, accuracy and through put.
• Lead Automation Projects : Design, develop, and implement cutting-edge automation solutions within distribution centers, aiming to enhance operational efficiency, accuracy, and throughput.
• Labor Management Program Implementation : Drive the development and deployment of a comprehensive labor management program, including workforce planning, productivity measurement, and labor standards to optimize workforce utilization.
• Continuous Improvement Initiatives : Identify, analyze, and lead improvement projects across distribution centers, focusing on process optimization, cost reduction, and efficiency gains.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration : Work closely with cross-functional teams, including Operations, IT, and Supply Chain, to ensure seamless integration of industrial engineering solutions and alignment with broader business goals.
• Financial Responsibility : Manages financial aspects of a project team, including estimating expenditures, contributing to the creation of AFE, purchasing materials and/or services, monitoring and tracking costs, and payment. Proficient in engineering, sourcing, and financial systems to stay within established budget guidelines
• Leadership: Manages business relationships across multi-disciplinary teams. Provides guidance and training to interns, new hires and other engineers. Participates in and leads teams. Applies working knowledge of key corporate initiatives and appropriate tools. May participate in or lead standards/guidelines teams.

Your Skills and Expertise

To set you up for success in this role from day one, 3M requires (at a minimum) the following qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in industrial/manufacturing engineering, operations research, finance, mathematics or statistics (completed and verified prior to start)
• Five (5) years of experience in network optimization within a distribution, supply chain, or logistics environment in a private, public, government or military environment
• Five (5) years of experience in Supply Chain Network Optimization tools such as Supply Chain Guru, JDA Strategist, Gurobi or Optilogic and industrial engineering methodologies

Additional qualifications that could help you succeed even further in this role include:

• Master’s degree from an accredited institution
• Distribution Automation technologies, labor management systems
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Lean Six Sigma, SQL, analytics and project management tools
• Problem-Solving Skills : Demonstrated ability to analyze complex systems and processes, identify inefficiencies, and develop innovative engineering solutions to drive improvements
• Communication and Leadership : Excellent communication skills, with the ability to effectively present ideas and influence decision-making. Strong leadership and teamwork abilities, with a proven track record of successfully managing cross-functional projects

Work location:

• On site Dekalb, IL

Please note: your application may not be considered if you do not provide your education and work history, either by: 1) uploading a resume, or 2) entering the information into the application fields directly.

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