Continuous Improvement Engineer ITAD Operations

Continuous Improvement Engineer - ITAD Operations Position Summary Are you passionate about driving operational excellence across complex, multi-site operations? We are seeking a highly analytical and results-driven Continuous Improvement Engineer to lead process improvement initiatives, optimize operational workflows, and support strategic projects across our IT Asset Disposition (ITAD) facilities. Key Responsibilities Analyze, design, and improve business processes, workflows, and operational procedures across multiple ITAD facilities. Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on productivity, quality, throughput, cost reduction, and customer satisfaction. Conduct time studies, labor analysis, capacity planning, workflow assessments, and process evaluations to establish performance standards and identify optimization opportunities. Partner with facility leadership to identify operational challenges, perform root cause analysis, and implement sustainable corrective actions. Support facility design, layout optimization, material flow analysis, and space utilization initiatives to improve operational efficiency and scalability. Utilize warehouse design and engineering tools to evaluate and optimize facility operations and future growth opportunities. Develop and implement process documentation, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and best practices to ensure consistency across locations. Perform quantitative analysis, cost-benefit assessments, ROI modeling, and process measurement activities to support business decisions and capital investments. Research industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices to identify innovative solutions and continuous improvement opportunities. Lead or support strategic projects involving operational transformation, facility improvements, automation, and process standardization. Train, coach, and mentor junior team members while promoting a culture of operational excellence and continuous learning. Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to ensure alignment between operational initiatives and organizational objectives. What We're Looking For Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, Manufacturing, or a related field; equivalent experience may be considered. Minimum of 5 years of professional experience, including at least 3 years in continuous improvement, industrial engineering, operational excellence, process improvement, or related disciplines. Strong expertise in process improvement, workflow optimization, Lean methodologies, and operational excellence within warehouse, logistics, distribution, manufacturing, ITAD, reverse logistics, refurbishment, or supply chain environments. Proven experience conducting time studies, labor planning, capacity analysis, workflow assessments, process mapping, and productivity improvement initiatives. Experience supporting multi-site operations and leading projects that drive measurable improvements in efficiency, quality, throughput, and cost performance. Knowledge of warehouse design concepts, facility layouts, material flow analysis, operational modeling, and space utilization planning. Experience using CAD software, AutoCAD, Visio, or other warehouse design and modeling tools to support facility planning and optimization. Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, data analysis tools, and operational performance measurement. Familiarity with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), Labor Management Systems (LMS), and operational reporting tools. Lean Six Sigma Green Belt, Black Belt, or equivalent Continuous Improvement certification preferred. Demonstrated ability to lead projects, influence stakeholders, and drive change across multiple operational teams. Experience mentoring junior engineers, analysts, or process improvement professionals is highly desirable. Excellent analytical, problem-solving, communication, presentation, and project management skills. Ability to travel approximately 25-30% to support multiple facilities, operational initiatives, and project implementations. Why Join Us? Join a team where your expertise directly impacts operational performance across a growing network of facilities. You'll lead high-visibility initiatives, collaborate with business leaders, and help shape the future of our ITAD and reverse logistics operations while advancing your career with a global industry leader.