Operations Process Engineer- Remote

Company: UNFI
Location: Providence
Posted on: September 18, 2023

Job Description:

Purpose:-- --Responsible for the development and implementation of standard operating practices and processes that align with and support minimum performance expectations. Supports DC operations front line leadership to ensure knowledge and understanding of proper and consistent standards application processes.Travel ---40+ weeks per year, minimum of 3 days per week.100% Remote when not traveling.MUST HAVE:--Warehousing Distribution Industrial Engineering experienceJob Responsibilities:--Working with DC leadership and supervision to identify process improvement opportunities.Creating documented work flows of standard processes.Monitoring for maintenance of process discipline.Engaging and Educating Direct Associates, Supervisors and Managers on process improvement and discipline and feedback on current functions and opportunity areas.Working with IE partners to identify areas for improvement and ensure accuracy in standards development.Identifying system and interface opportunities to insure timely and accurate calculation and feedback and removal of obstacles for the end users.Performs other relevant job duties as required.Job Requirements:--Education/ Experience/ combination of education training and experience: Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of HS Diploma and experience.Minimum of 5 years' Direct Warehousing Distribution experience.Knowledge/ Skills/ Abilities:Functional understanding of industrial engineeringExcellent engagement skillsAbility to recognize process improvement opportunity in the DC operating environment.Ability to recognize slotting opportunities to support improved selection performance and experience for direct associates.Ability to teach process concepts and disciplines to operations leaders and direct associates.Ability to work effectively with Industrial engineers to measure and incorporate process changes and improvements in the minimum standard expectations.Ability to document SOP's to support effective process development and implementation is a way the is geared towards the end user.Must have exceptional computer skills within stated area of engineering expertise and must be proficient in use of Microsoft Office applications.Travel to DC's required 40+ weeks per year minimum of 3 days per week.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. UNFI is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive and respectful environment for all. - M/F/Veteran/Disability. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.--
Additional Information
Company Name: United Natural Foods
Inc.
Additional Locations:
United States of America, Minnesota, Hopkins; United States of America, Colorado, Aurora; United States of America, New Hampshire, Chesterfield; United States of America, Minnesota, Eden Prairie; United States of America, California, Rocklin
Schedule: Full-time
Work Indicator: Remote
Compensation
Pay Range: $70800.00 - $132400.00 Annually ($34.04 - $63.65 Hourly)
Other Compensation: Bonus Eligible
Compensation:UNFI anticipates paying the above-referenced pay rate (or within the above-referenced pay range) for this position. Actual Pay, where applicable, will depend on a number of factors, including, but not limited to, education, experience, training, and any requirements under applicable collective bargaining agreements. UNFI is committed to transparency in pay in compliance with applicable state and local laws.Benefits:For Washington positions (or positions that may be performed remotely from Washington),Click HEREfor Washington-specific paid time off details.Candidates hired into this position will also be eligible to participate in the following benefits programs: Paid Time Off; Sick Time; paid holidays and parental leave; 401K Program; medical, dental, vision, life, and accidental death/dismemberment insurance; short-term and long-term disability insurance program, Flexible Spending Account and/or Health Savings Account, subject to meeting the eligibility requirements and the terms and conditions of these programs, and subject to any requirements under applicable collective bargaining agreements. Sales Positions Only: For sales positions that are commission-based, the above range is an estimate of total potential commission-based compensation during an associate s first year, but UNFI offers an introductory period minimum of $1,000 per week. After the introductory period, as a 100% commission-based role, there is no set salary. UNFI s commission plans are uncapped and average earnings vary depending on territory and sales achieved, among other factors.UNFI s compensation, benefits, and paid time off policies are subject to change in the Company s sole discretion, consistent with applicable law. This job posting should not be construed as an offer of employment with certain terms, nor should it be construed as a guaranteed minimum.

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