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Continuous Improvement Engineer
Parts TownUnited Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 17 Jun 2025
💰 $92,658/yr($68,487/yr – $92,658/yr)
About the role
Continuous Improvement Engineer
See What We’re All About
As the fastest-growing distributor of restaurant equipment, HVAC and residential appliance parts, we like to do things a little differently. First, you need to understand and demonstrate our Core Values with safety being your first priority. That’s key. But we’re also looking for unique enthusiasm, high integrity, courage to embrace change…and if you know a few jokes, that puts you on the top of our list!Do you have a genius-level knowledge of original equipment manufacturer parts? If not, no problem! We’re more interested in passionate people with fresh ideas from different backgrounds. That’s what keeps us at the top of our game. We’re proud that our workplace has been recognized for its growth and innovation on the Inc. 5000 list 15 years in a row and the Crain’s Fast 50 list ten times. We are honored to be voted by our Chicagoland team as a Chicago Tribune Top Workplace for the last four years.If you’re ready to roll up your sleeves, go above and beyond and put your ambition to work, all while having some fun, let’s chat – Apply Today!
FC Perks
- Quarterly profit-sharing bonus
- Bi-Weekly Travel stipends
- Safety Shoes reimbursement program
- Team member appreciation events and recognition programs
- Volunteer opportunities
- Holiday pay and opportunities for overtime
- Referral Bonus Program
- We offer forklift training programs
- On-demand pay options: Access your pay as you earn it, to cover unexpected or even everyday expenses
- All the traditional benefits like health insurance, 401k/401k match, employee assistance programs and time away – don’t worry, we’ve got you covered.
The Job at a Glance
As the Continuous Improvement Engineer, you are critical in helping our Fulfillment Center Team operate at its very best. You will be joining an existing team within our Fulfillment Center that seeks out areas of opportunity and drives change. Your team will utilize LEAN and 5s methodologies while working with floor leadership to optimize our Fulfillment Centers. You will assist with process improvement projects, storage optimization, labor management, our system enhancement roadmaps, and helping with workstation design and improvements. You will help our Quality Team in the identification and elimination of root cause issues.
A Typical Day
- Analyze existing Fulfillment Center processes and assess short comings / gaps
- Using LEAN and 5S methodologies, drive change across our Fulfillment Centers to improve efficiencies and reduce waste while improving general flow
- Drive overall Fulfillment Center quality through process improvement
- Work with our training team to develop and implement preferred methods and labor standards
- Work with floor leadership to identify and plan waste reduction projects
- Promote culture of continuous improvement within the Fulfillment Center organization
- Contribute to planning and development of major Fulfillment Center initiatives
To Land This Opportunity
- You have 2+ years’ experience in Engineering, Supply Chain, or Operations leading continuous improvement efforts
- You can transform data into actionable decisions and insightful stories
- Your written and verbal communication skills are top notch
- You’re a self-starter looking to make a big impact
- You consider yourself an expert in MS Office, especially Excel
- You can dazzle someone with your PowerPoint skills
- You have experience pulling data from data repositories
- You can work Monday through Friday from 8:00am-5:00pm
- You have a demonstrated ability to drive change and promote CI
- You hold a certification in CI methods (LEAN, DMAIC, etc.)
- You thrive in fast-paced environment and can self-manage
- You have experience successfully leading and building teams
- You have experience with labor management
About Your Future Team
At Parts Town, we value transparency and are committed to ensuring our team members feel appreciated and supported. We prioritize our positive workplacApply for this role
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