Location: Washington DC, near Metro (on-site)
Salary: The salary range is $66,931 – $84,445.
Position Description
As assigned by the Director, the Industrial Engineer services local unions by conducting time studies and job evaluations to assist in settling grievances.
Duties and Responsibilities
Include the following. Other duties may be assigned. This list is not exhaustive and may be suppleme
- Establishes work measurement programs and analyzes work samples to develop standards for labor utilization.
- Analyzes work force utilization, facility layout, and operational data such as production costs, process flow charts, and production schedules, to determine efficient utilization of workers and equipment in all industries represented by the UFCW.
- Recommends methods for improving worker efficiency and reducing waste of materials and utilities such as restructuring job duties, reorganizing workflow, relocating workstations and equipment, and purchase of equipment.
- Confers with local unions, management, and engineering staff to implement plans and recommendations.
- Conducts classes on time study and job evaluations.
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education and/or Experience
Bachelor’s degree and two to four years of industrial engineering experience; or five to seven years of industrial engineering experience.
Professional Skills
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
- Excellent basic and advanced mathematical skills. Must have advanced analytical and problem-solving skills. Must be results-oriented and highly organized, with the ability to prioritize projects and activities.
Personal Characteristics
- Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to deal effectively with a diverse group of people.
- Requires initiative, honesty, the ability to learn quickly, a good work ethic, and the proven ability to successfully carry out assignments with little to no supervision.
Job Demands
- Ability to work under high pressure in a fast-paced work environment, with multiple priorities and critical deadlines, is required.
- Must be able to engage in extensive, continuous travel throughout the U.S. and Canada, on short notice. Must possess a valid passport for travel to Canada and meet Canada entry requirements.
- Long and irregular hours, including nights and weekends, are also necessary.
- Valid driver’s license and the ability to drive a car.
- Some work sites will be in meat processing plants.
Working Conditions
The work is performed largely in an industrial environment with exposure to noise and other typical conditions in industrial settings.
Physical Demands
The position involves, but is not limited to, written and oral communication skills, use of computer keyboard, close vision, sitting and/or standing for long periods, stooping, bending, and reaching.
Compensation
Salary Range: $66,931 – $84,445.
This is an exempt position under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).
The UFCW provides a very generous benefits package, including:
- Comprehensive health insurance coverage.
- Life insurance provided with ability to purchase supplemental life insurance at favorable rates.
- Retirement Savings Account.
- 401(k) plan with employer matching.
- Pension plan.
- Dependent care reimbursement account program.
- Health care reimbursement account program.
- Transportation program benefits.
- Three weeks of paid vacation, 12 days of paid short-term sick leave, Extended Sick Leave program, paid parental leave.
- Prepaid Legal Plan (for DC/MD/VA only).
Duration:
- This is a full-time position; posting closes when position is filled.
Vaccination Requirement: The UFCW requires all employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment, consistent with applicable law. Any request or questions may be submitted to hrcovid@ufcw.org.
To apply submit cover letter, resume to: humanresources@ufcw.org
We believe our success rests on recruiting and retaining a diverse staff. UFCW is an equal opportunity employer. Woman and people of color are encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodations will be provided pursuant to the state and federal laws.