Industrial Engineer
Job DescriptionJob DescriptionSalary: $65k - $82k/yr
About Waldom Electronics
Waldom Electronics is a global supply chain solutions company and an authorized distributor for over 50 premier electronic component manufacturers. From our world-class distribution facilities in Rockford, Illinois, and Georgetown, Ohio, we deliver agility, reliability, and innovation to our partners across the globe. At Waldom, we pride ourselves on continuous improvement, operational excellence, and creating scalable solutions that benefit our suppliers, distributors, and customers.
About the Role
We are seeking a motivated Industrial Engineer to join our distribution operations team. This role will be instrumental in driving continuous process improvement and facility optimization efforts to ensure Waldom remains at the forefront of distribution excellence. The ideal candidate will combine analytical expertise with hands-on problem-solving to optimize warehouse layouts, improve workflows, and support innovation in automation and material handling.
Key Responsibilities
- Analyze current distribution workflows, facility layouts, and material-handling processes to identify and implement improvements.
- Design and execute solutions to optimize space utilization, labor productivity, throughput, and cost efficiency.
- Lead time studies, workflow simulations, and data-driven analyses that guide operational decision-making.
- Partner with cross-functional teamsincluding Operations, Supply Chain, IT, and Facilitiesto design and implement process improvements.
- Support the evaluation, testing, and integration of automation, warehouse management systems (WMS), and material-handling technologies.
- Develop standard operating procedures (SOPs), process documentation, and best practices to ensure consistency and scalability.
- Measure and report on the impact of process changes using key performance metrics.
- Participate in Lean/Kaizen events and other continuous improvement initiatives.
- Contribute to long-term distribution network design and capacity planning efforts.
Qualifications
- Education: Bachelors degree in industrial engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Operations Research, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
- Experience: Minimum of 2 years in industrial engineering, preferably within a distribution, logistics, or supply chain environment.
- Strong analytical skills with experience in Excel, SQL, or workflow simulation tools.
- Familiarity with Lean, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies.
- Knowledge of facility layout design and material-handling systems.
- Working knowledge of AutoCAD or other layout/facility design tools.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills with the ability to influence across teams.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously.
Skills
- Experience with WMS, ERP, or automation technologies in a distribution environment.
- Project management experience leading process improvement or facility optimization initiatives.
Why Waldom?
- Be part of a company that is redefining supply chain solutions in the electronics industry.
- Work in a collaborative, growth-oriented culture that values innovation and continuous improvement.
- Gain exposure to advanced distribution technology and strategic facility projects.
- Enjoy professional development opportunities and career growth as part of a global, fast-growing organization.
Heres a Few Things We Offer You
- Topqualitymedical,dental, vision, and life insurance plansWaldom pays the majority of themedicalplan cost
- Fourteen (14) days of paid time off (PTO) annually (accrued at 2.15 hours per week for the first four (4) years of employment)
- 8 Paid holidays plus 1 floating holiday
- 8 hours of paid volunteer time offannually
- Corporate Discount Program
- Employee Assistance Program100% Waldom Paid!
- GenerousPaid Maternity & Paternity Leaves
- Tuition Assistance Program
- Scholarship Program:for your eligible children, grandchildren & legal dependents, up to $8k a year
Affirmative Action/EEO Statement:
Waldom Electronics is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees. The Company does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of , , creed, , , , , , , veteran, marital, or any other protected status. The Company also makes reasonable accommodations for disabled employees. Finally, Waldom Electronics prohibits the harassment of any individual based on their protected status. This policy applies to all areas of employment, including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, compensation, benefits, transfer, and social and recreational programs.