Engineer, Distribution

Job title: Engineer, Distribution

Job description: Job Ad

Join the VF Family

We are one of the world’s largest apparel, footwear and accessories companies connecting people to the lifestyles, activities and experiences they cherish through our family of iconic outdoor, active and workwear brands. At the heart of our journey lies our company-wide purpose: We power movements of sustainable and active lifestyles for the betterment of people and our planet. This is our purpose. It’s the reason we come to work every day. It’s a commitment shared by all of our global associates across brands. Our purpose unites us and leads us to pursue our goals, together. This is our calling.

We believe that when you discover the difference between a career and a calling, you get so much more out of life. When those lines begin to blur, you start to limit yourself much less and start aiming for more. That’s what we want for everyone who joins us at VF. And frankly, that’s what it takes to thrive here.

Here you can do the best work of your life. We are purpose led and performance driven, people-focused and supportive. Most importantly, we believe that everyone should be empowered to be their authentic self and we power an internal movement of inclusion and belonging. Our teams are built on a global mindset, sparked by sharp minds of diverse individuals and reflects the global consumers we serve.

Bring your energy and fresh perspective, contribute to our movement and build your future with us.

Distribution Engineer

In this role, you will be responsible for carrying out broad engineering assignments by performing independent evaluation, selection and application of material handling equipment and to develop standard processes and procedures.

How You Will Make a Difference

What you will do:

• Oversee high automation installation and process flows for new state of the art DC in Ontario, CA.
• Develops and applies new methods for more efficient use of available equipment and searches for and evaluates new equipment and systems.
• Assist with operations management in planning for peak seasons.
• Provide oversight and solve technical problems.
• Develop and maintain cost control systems. This includes working with management to institute cost controls or cost reduction projects.
• Implement an incentive pay program and work measurement by use of accepted analytical techniques to provide adequate earnings opportunities equally to all operators once the building goes live.

How you will do it:

• Solves unusual problems jointly with their team and DC operational leadership.

What success looks like:

• DC is automated , running at optimal levels with minimal issues.

Free To Be, Inclusion & Diversity

As a purpose-led, performance driven company, we strive to foster a culture of belonging based on respect, connection, openness and authenticity. We are committed to building and maintaining a workplace that celebrates the diversity of our associates, allowing them to bring their authentic selves to work every day.

Skills for Success

Years of Related Professional Experience: 2+ years

Educational Position Requirements: A formal education and subsequent undergraduate/graduate degrees are nice to have (especially in Engineering for this role!), however, we are most interested in your total experience and professional achievements.

What we expect you already know: ​

• Aptitude for systems and systematic work, exposure to high automation a plus
• Knowledge of Distribution systems (Warehouse Management Systems, Labor Management System, and Warehouse Execution Systems)
• Excellent oral and written communications
• Strong interactive skills
• Basic AutoCAD
• Computer proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and email communications
• Good analytical and mathematical skills
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely in English

What we will teach you:

• Great next step in developing your career working with our world class supply chain organization!
• VF is committed to delivering innovative products and experiences to consumers. As one of the world’s largest apparel, footwear and accessories companies, we’re proud of our socially and environmentally responsible operations spanning geographies, product categories and distribution channels.
• You will learn about our iconic brands including Vans, Timberland, The North Face and Dickies!

VF Guiding Principles:

Live with Integrity, Act Courageously, Be Curious, Act with Empathy, and Persevere.

What’s in it For You

We’re in the business of unleashing human potential, driven by the ideas, energy and commitment of our people. That’s why we offer comprehensive benefits that encourage both mental, physical and financial well-being for all VF associates. When it comes to benefits, we’re the total package. Go to MyVFBenefits.com and click on “Looking to Join VF” to learn more.

Employee discounts on VF apparel and footwear are generous, making it easy for our employees to buy, wear and promote our products

Relocation available!

We just have one question. Are you in?

Principal Accountabilities:
Under general direction:* Responsible for activities related to the planning of the equipment layout in plants, production facilities and other installations* Conduct studies that determine the most efficient sequence of operations and workflow* Improve the productive processes of the plant by the control and analysis of the index of productivity and efficiency* Ensure compliance with established safety and design standards

Knowledge & Skill Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field *Equivalent years of experience in a substantially similar industry may be considered in lieu of a degree to be determined by the nature of the specific job and the hiring manager’s criteria* Minimum of five years of related experience preferred* Strong written and oral communication skills* Proficient PC skills

Knowledge & Application:

• Discipline expert, typically with a number of years post qualification experience or equivalent business experience * Integrates and communicates fairly complex information within the specialization or recognized body of formal knowledge* Knowledge of principles and practices within a professional discipline * Assess unusual circumstances, suggests variations in approaches, and incomplete or conflicting data

Problem Solving:

• Resolve issues that are differing, but related* Issues require sophisticated analytical or problem solving techniques to identify cause * Devises solutions based on limited information and uses past experience or precedent to identify solutions or to adapt existing approaches to resolve issues* Uses evaluation, judgment, and interpretation to select right course of action, which may impact the longer term* Anticipates future issues* Work is done independently, but is reviewed at critical points

Interaction:

• Interprets and explains information to audiences who are not familiar with the subject matter often requiring persuasion* Adapts style to differing audiences* Requires objective review of difficult work problems, obtaining cooperation or approval * Requires considerable resourcefulness* Requires strong multicultural awareness to appropriately deliver messages

Impact:

• Impact is limited to the achievement of short- to medium-term goals* Contributes to delivery of discipline/department goals through personal effort or through influence over team members* Has contributory impact on team/discipline performance

Accountability:

• Accountable for meeting own target which will impact the discipline * Accountable for own targets which will typically be definable but not always financially measurable

Company: VF Corporation

Expected salary:

Location: California – Ontario

Job date: Thu, 16 Sep 2021 23:00:49 GMT

Job Source: Careerjet.ca

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