Industrial Engineer
Location: Fernley, Nevada US
Job Number: 4866
Requisition Number: R4651
Position Title:
External Description:
At Polaris Inc., we have fun doing what we love by driving change and innovation. We empower employees to take on challenging
assignments and roles with an elevated level of responsibility in our agile working environment. Our people make us who we
are, and we create incredible products and experiences that empower us to Think Outside.
In this role you will
be a part of the leadership team supporting the newest and 2nd largest Distribution Center in Polaris's parts, garments and
accessories division. This role will partner with the DC Leadership team to improve operating performance, reduce waste, promote
cost reductions and drive efficiencies. This position will lead LEAN process improvements along with implementing sustainable
processes and metrics across the DC. Activities include ownership and oversight of: parts distribution methods, equipment
management, facility layout, material handling, manpower efficiencies, and material utilization.
• Partners with DC
Leadership to establish strategic roadmap for engineering technical project improvements across the DC• Partners with
DC Leadership to establish strategic roadmap for engineering technical project improvements across the DC
• Effectively
manage and communicate updates for key milestones and goals for technical project improvements
• Establish technical
processes standardization and best practice, effectively partnering with the DC Engineering team including; LEAN, Six Sigma
and 6S
• Performs work measurement/time studies to establish time standards and efficiency methods
•
Analyzes and defines performance measurement (productivity) metrics and methodology
• Assists during lean events
within the location including kaizen events, projects and any other activities to improve and further lean efforts
•
Identifies productivity and performance data through data mining, data modeling, data analysis, cost/benefit analysis, process
mapping and/or problem analysis
• Clarifies and resolves complex business issues by breaking them down into meaningful
components to determine root cause
• Performs research and benchmarking on industry best practices related to
warehousing and transportation
• Develops distribution center cost controls and standard operating procedures
•
Develops office and warehouse methods for machines, tools and equipment, processes and procedures, distribution layout, material
handling, and work flow
• Develops, tracks, and implements Kaizen events in coordination with Supervisors and
Team Leaders including managing the Kaizen database Reviews and recommends packaging design and efficiencies
•
Develops, tracks, and implements Kaizen events in coordination with Supervisors and Team Leaders including managing the Kaizen
database
• Provides on-the-job training or guidance to all levels of the warehouse
We are an ambitious,
resourceful, and driven workforce, which empowers us to Think Outside. Apply today!
About Polaris
As
the global leader in Powersports, Polaris Inc. (NYSE: PII) pioneers product breakthroughs and enriching experiences and services
that have invited people to discover the joy of being outdoors since our founding in 1954. With annual 2019 sales of $6.8
billion, Polaris' high-quality product line-up includes the Polaris RANGER®, RZR® and Polaris GENERAL side-by-side off-road
vehicles; Sportsman® all-terrain off-road vehicles; Indian Motorcycle® mid-size and heavyweight motorcycles; Slingshot® moto-roadsters;
snowmobiles; and deck, cruiser and pontoon boats, including industry-leading Bennington pontoons. Polaris enhances the riding
experience with parts, garments, and accessories, along with a growing aftermarket portfolio, including Transamerican Auto
Parts. Polaris' presence in adjacent markets includes military and commercial off-road vehicles, quadricycles, and electric
vehicles. Proudly headquartered in Minnesota, Polaris serves more than 100 countries across the globe. www.polaris.com
EEO
Statement
Polaris is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will make all employment-related decisions without regard
to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status,
familial status, status with regard to public assistance, membership or activity in a local commission, protected veteran
status, or any other status protected by applicable law.
City: Fernley
State: Nevada
Community / Marketing Title: Industrial Engineer
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Location_formattedLocationLong: Fernley, Nevada US