InterMetro Industries is seeking a Process Engineer for our Distribution Center in Murfreesboro, TN.  This position supports the continuous improvement of our distribution systems and processes to achieve facility and corporate goals & objectives. In addition, this position will be responsible for representing operations on new product development teams to deliver new products specifically related to distribution and master-packing seamless execution. 

WHAT WE OFFER: 

• Growth potential 
• Ability to make an impact in an industry leading organization
• Health & wellness offerings 
• Excellent benefit package
• Employee developmental programs  
• Challenging and fun atmosphere: we love what we do, take pride in our work, and have fun doing it!

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Design control systems to coordinate activities and production planning in order to ensure that products meet quality standards
• Responsible for developing, improving and implementing distribution processes to produce increases in productivity, quality, and capacity.
• Develop and/or review and improve standard operating procedures and work instructions, control plans, etc.
• Oversee and provide technical assistance on start-up of new equipment.
• Evaluate and assist in the development of new technologies, equipment and techniques
• Coordinate & execute project requirements / deliverables with the corporate Information Technology team
• Develop and maintain bills of materials and labor routings for new products and through the engineering change notification process.
• Develop management control systems to make financial planning and cost analysis more efficient
• Prepare cost estimates on new products and proposed changes and provide cost analysis comparing solution alternatives.
• Compliance/Legal Responsibility: Possess knowledge and understanding of the Metro Code of Business Ethics.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering Technology, or General Engineering 
• 1- 3 years of relevant work experience
• Lean Manufacturing / Six Sigma Principles experience preferred
• Must be knowledgeable in problem solving techniques and methodologies (8D, DMAIC, A3, etc.)
• Working knowledge of ERP systems – Oracle experience preferred
• Good communication skills
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Ability to create, read and interpret CAD drawings.
• Ability to apply Lean manufacturing tools to new and existing production lines. Develop Value Stream Maps and apply 5S+1.
• Ability to work in a typical office and plant work environment. 
• Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
• Overnight travel as required.

WHO WE ARE

For over 90 years, Metro has developed the most advanced storage productivity solutions. We help our customers optimize their workspace to be as productive as possible.  Born from the creation of the industry standard for wire shelving, our product breadth has evolved into a vast array of product categories including plastic & wire shelving, medical carts, storage cabinets, workstations, heated cabinets, high-density shelving, wall storage systems, stainless fabricated products and more. 

InterMetro Industries is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.

No calls or agencies please. InterMetro Industries will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Relocation assistance is not available for this position. If you need an accommodation to apply for this position, please email Sharon.Strunk@Metro.com or call (570) 706-4131. Please allow for 24-48 hours for us to respond.

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