Logistics Process Engineer - Warehousing & Distribution Job at JAS Contract Logistics, Elk Grove, CA

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  • JAS Contract Logistics
  • Elk Grove, CA

Job Description

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SUMMARY:

As the Logistics Process Engineer, you play a pivotal role in designing and implementing operational efficiencies within the logistics framework. You provide crucial management support by analyzing existing processes and identifying areas for improvement. This role also involves leading improvement projects, applying your deep logistics expertise to streamline workflows, optimize building designs and enhance overall supply chain performance.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Applying logistics engineering techniques to address issues such as operational process improvement or facility design and layout.

• Supporting with new client implementations throughout the network.

• Evaluating of effectiveness of current logistics processes and help designing processes that streamline the operation and lead to efficiencies and cost savings in the facilities.

• Evaluating of process flow and layout of operations; designing and implementing facility layouts and processes that lead to increase in productivity, quality, and cost savings for the operation.

• Providing logistics technology or information for effective and efficient support of client operation.

• Evaluating the use of warehousing software or other IT systems and tools to maximize facility efficiencies.

• Supporting developing logistics metrics, analysis tools, or key performance indicators to measure business performance.

• Analyzing logistics data involving customer service, forecasting, procurement, transportation, or warehousing.

• Preparing documentation on logistics data reporting and management information systems

• Conducting logistics studies or analyses, such as time studies, rate analyses, or flow-path analyses

• Performing additional duties as assigned

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• This job does not have supervisory responsibilities.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience Requirements

• 3–7+ years in warehouse operations, logistics engineering, or supply chain optimization.

• Proven experience in warehouse process reengineering, KPI improvement (e.g., dock-to-stock time, pick rate, fill rate), and cost reduction initiatives.

• Experience in implementing automation solutions or digitizing warehouse processes is a plus

Technical Skills

• Warehouse Process Optimization: Experience with slotting, picking, put-away, and replenishment strategies.

• Data Analytics & Process Improvement:

o Advanced Excel (Pivot tables, Power Query)

o SQL, Python, or Power BI/Tableau for data-driven decision-making.

o Simulation, modeling & layout tools like AnyLogic, AutoMod or AutoCad.

• ERP & Logistics Software:

o Familiarity with WMS, TMS, and ERP platforms is an advantage.

• Automation & Robotics Integration:

o Knowledge of conveyor systems, AGVs, AMRs, and robotic picking solutions.

o Experience working with IoT, RFID, and AI-based warehouse solutions.

• Lean & Continuous Improvement:

o Application of Kaizen, Value Stream Mapping (VSM), and Kanban.

o Reducing waste (Muda), variability, and inefficiencies in warehouse processes.

Soft Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills for diagnosing inefficiencies.

• Ability to work cross-functionally with warehouse managers, IT, and operations teams.

• Excellent communication to align stakeholders and drive change management.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Logistics, Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Operations Research or a related field

• Certifications like:

o Lean Six Sigma (Green/Black Belt) – for process improvement.

Physical Demands:

• This role requires individuals to talk, hear, use hands, stand, walk, sit, and see.

• Ability to lift, lower, and maneuver packages between 20 and 70 lbs.

• This position involves heavy lifting and carrying, stooping, bending, kneeling and reaching.

• Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this role. JAS Worldwide Management Inc. is an EEO/AA employer.

ENVIRONMENT:

• A collaborative culture of logistics and freight enthusiasts

• Work is generally performed in a warehouse environment around machinery and moving parts.

• Warehouse duties may be subject to varying temperatures and high levels of dust and noise.

ADDITIONAL:

The responsibilities associated with this job will change from time to time in accordance with the Company's business needs. More specifically, the incumbent may be required to perform additional and/or different responsibilities from those set forth above.

The above declarations are not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job described, nor are they intended to be such a listing of the skills and abilities required to do the job. Rather, they are intended only to describe the general nature of the job.

DEFINITIONS: (if any abbreviation, the meaning needs to be inserted edit as needed)

P&L – Profit & Loss

HR – Human Resources

OSHA – Occupational Safety and Health Administration

WMS - Warehouse Management System

EEO/AA - Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action

Job Tags

Full time, Worldwide,

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