Warehouse Engineer

We are looking for a results-driven Warehouse Engineer to help improve the way our warehouse operates and support the continued development of a safe, efficient, and reliable operation. In this role, you will provide technical guidance, identify opportunities for improvement, and use engineering principles and data to make our warehouse processes more effective. As a Warehouse Engineer, you will work closely with warehouse teams and other operational departments to improve workflows, standardize processes, and make better use of space, equipment, people, and technology. You will lead improvement initiatives, introduce lean practices, and support digital solutions that make day-to-day warehouse activities more efficient and transparent.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Design and optimize warehouse layouts by evaluating storage capacity, workflows, and inventory strategies to improve space utilization and operational efficiency.

• Analyze warehouse processes to identify bottlenecks, eliminate waste, and implement continuous improvement initiatives.

• Develop, maintain, and improve Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), work instructions, and engineering standards.

• Lead the implementation of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, 5S, and other continuous improvement methodologies within warehouse operations.

• Support the implementation, optimization, and continuous improvement of Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), SAP, handheld devices (PDA), RFID, and other digital warehouse technologies.

• Promote digital transformation by implementing technologies that improve inventory accuracy, traceability, and operational performance.

• Collect, analyze, visualize, and report warehouse operational data to support KPI monitoring and management decision-making.

• Manage the selection, installation, maintenance, and lifecycle management of warehouse equipment, including forklifts, racking systems, conveyors, automated storage systems (AS/RS), and automated guided vehicles (AGVs).

• Develop preventive maintenance plans and operating procedures to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient warehouse equipment performance.

• Conduct routine inspections of warehouse facilities, infrastructure, and equipment to identify opportunities for improvements in safety, efficiency, quality, energy consumption, and cost optimization.

• Coordinate material availability and warehouse readiness for major shutdowns and maintenance activities.

• Communicate maintenance schedule changes and assess their impact on material availability and business operations.

• Investigate end-user concerns, perform root cause analyses, and implement effective corrective actions to improve customer satisfaction.

• Organize and facilitate warehouse optimization meetings, inventory control reviews, and technical improvement workshops.

• Monitor project schedules and ensure the timely execution of warehouse optimization and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Prepare technical reports, operational analyses, and performance dashboards to support business planning, operational decision-making, and continuous improvement, while providing analytical and technical support to Warehouse Management as required.