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Industrial Engineer - Onsite

VIVA USA Inc. · Southaven, MS

Level
Engineer
Team
Industrial
Degree
Required
Experience asked
2+ years
Industry
Industrial
Posted
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The role in 30 seconds

An engineer-level industrial role at VIVA USA Inc. (industrial) in Southaven, MS. 6 months + experience working in a high-volume distribution center or large retail operation.

They ask for
2+ years · degree required
Tools it names
Lean, Automation, AutoCAD

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How this role compares

Against 312 other live industrial postings in the US.

Base pay
Not listed in this posting

Typical $84k–$124k, from 89 postings that list pay.

Experience asked
Less than usual (2+ vs 5+)

Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.

Skills these teams ask for most

  • ✓ Lean 63%
  • Time studies 48%
  • Six Sigma 36%
  • New product launch 28%
  • ✓ AutoCAD 28%
  • Plant layout 27%

✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.

It asks for 2+ years. If you're close, apply anyway: requirements are a wish list. Talk to someone on the team first.

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  1. 1

    Pick 2–3 people on the Industrial team at VIVA USA Inc.

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  2. 2

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  3. 3

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    • What does a normal week look like on your team?
    • Is it more layout and capacity work, or time studies and standard work?
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  4. 4

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  5. 5

    Bring proof to the interview

    One page of before-and-after numbers from projects you led: scrap, OEE, cycle time, cost. Plant managers hire on results.

Full description from VIVA USA Inc.As posted on their careers site.Show

Responsibilities

Implement DC-based improvement projects that result in a safer, more efficient work environment. Follow, monitor, and ensure compliance with all safety and environmental regulations and policies. Develop fundamental understanding of DC operations, LEAN principles, problem solving techniques. Work closely with upper Management, Supervisors, External Suppliers, Contractors, and Equipment Manufacturers. Contribute to completing projects on time and within or below budget. Assist in the coordination of

requirements

for new designs, product lines, surveys, and maintenance schedules for warehouse equipment and automation. Competent in reports in all MS office applications including Access and advanced Excel skills. Perform other duties as assigned (write standard work, train standard work, assist Supervisors, develop Continuous Improvement program, support new start-up initiatives, support and perform data extractions / reports / analysis). Travel to other client facilities to assist with implementation new processes. Qualify for this role: Minimum of AS degree and 2 years of experience. Must possess a positive attitude, work well with others inside and outside the department and have good oral and written communication skills. Must be self-motivated, independent worker who can take limited direction while making good decisions in the workplace. Evidence of creative problem solver/implementer with cost sensitivities. Computer skills required, to include warehouse management systems experience. 6 months + experience working in a high-volume distribution center or large retail operation. Must be detail-oriented and able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment. AutoCAD certification preferred. .

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Title: Industrial Engineer - Onsite Description: By joining our manufacturing and distribution team you will assist the Engineering Department in planning and implementing facility related improvements and up-grades as well as introduce new systems and technologies to ensure DC equipment and infrastructure operate at sustained, optimal, efficiency

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