Industrial & Systems Engineer, Continuous Improvement II

Take your career further with McLane!

McLane teammates, the driving force behind our success, are diverse professionals who work together seamlessly to keep our operations running smoothly. As a teammate, you will pair your dedication, expertise, and collaborative spirit with your fellow teammates to serve America's most beloved brands. McLane leaders think long-term, act with purpose, and inspire high performance. They lead with accountability, communicate clearly, and drive results through collaboration, innovation, and continuous growth. They empower each teammate to learn from industry leaders, develop their skills, and build lasting connections nationwide.

Join a high-impact Continuous Improvement team driving operational excellence across a fast-paced, industry-leading digital supply chain organization. As an Industrial & Systems Engineer (ISE) II, you'll partner with site leadership to optimize labor, systems, and processes-delivering measurable productivity gains and sustainable change.

You must live in a location with convenient access to a major airport, as this requires approximately 75% travel. You must also be located within a reasonable distance of any McLane location, allowing you to work from a Distribution Center during weeks when travel is not required. Preferred locations include Atlanta, GA; Fredericksburg, VA; and Salt Lake City, UT.

What You'll Do

• Lead CI initiatives across multiple distribution divisions with a strong focus on labor optimization and throughput
• Conduct time studies and apply MOST methodologies to establish engineered labor standards
• Utilize Labor Management tools (e.g., Labor Pro) to analyze performance and drive accountability
• Leverage SQL and WMS data (Manhattan WMOS or Active preferred) to uncover insights and improvement opportunities
• Design and implement process improvements that reduce cost, increase efficiency, and improve service levels
• Manage projects end-to-end, including scope, timeline, stakeholder alignment, and results tracking
• Standardize best practices and sustain gains through training, documentation, and auditing

What We're Looking For

• B.S. in Industrial Engineering (required)
• 3+ years of experience in industrial engineering, continuous improvement, or distribution operations
• Strong experience with time studies, MOST, and labor management systems (Labor Pro or similar)
• Proficiency in SQL; experience with Manhattan WMOS or Active strongly preferred
• Demonstrated project management capability with a track record of delivering measurable results
• High level of detail, organization, and analytical rigor
• Strong communication skills with the ability to influence at all levels of the organization
• Willingness to travel extensively and work across multiple sites
• This position requires the ability to read, write, and understand English at a level sufficient to perform job-related tasks effectively and safely. This includes understanding work instructions, safety protocols, and communications essential to the role. The requirement is directly related to the nature of the job and ensures compliance with workplace safety and operational standards.

Why Join Us

• Own mission critical enterprise communications at scale
• Make visible impact on reliability, cost control, and executive confidence
• Work with trusted partners, modern platforms, and complex networks
• Be recognized as a go to expert and operational leader
• Grow your career through mentorship, influence, and continuous learning

Benefits You Can Count On

• Day 1 Benefits: medical, dental, and vision insurance, FSA/HSA, and company-paid life insurance
• Paid time off begins day one.
• 401(k) Profit Sharing Plan after 90 days.
• Additional benefits: pet insurance, maternity/paternity leave, employee assistance programs, discount programs, tuition reimbursement program, and more!

Fit the following? We want you here!

• Teamwork oriented
• Organized
• Problem solver
• Detailed

Our roadmap. Our story.

We've been forging our path as a leader in the distribution industry since 1894. Building an expansive nationwide network of team members for 130+ years has allowed us to stay agile for our clients across the restaurant, retail, and e-commerce industries. We look to the future and are ready to continue making industry-defining moves by embracing the newest technology into our practices, continuing team member training, and emphasizing our people-centered culture.

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