Position Summary:

The Labour Engineer is responsible for developing and implementing fair, data‑driven work standards through standard operating procedure reviews, time & motion studies, and statistical analysis. This role also leads key projects to optimize warehouse performance including layout design, pick‑path improvements, and racking configurations. This position is expected to work closely with many different company departments including warehouse associates, warehouse management, distribution center management, IT, and operations support. Strong change‑management skills are required to influence stakeholders, drive continuous improvement, and guide teams through operational changes.

Position Responsibilities may include, but not limited to:

• Define work elements, complete floor observations, analyze data, and implement engineered standards in Distribution Centers (DCs) across Canada. Some travel to the Unites States may be required
• Trend analysis of DCs performance, efficiency, & capacity
• Review, refine, and create Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Lead training for warehouse staff explaining engineered labor standards (ELS)
• Project management of strategic projects including layout optimization, slotting/pick paths, racking configurations.
• Support/coordinate warehouse management system (WMS) configuration. Ability to translate operational requirements into WMS config/solutions.
• Support the deployment of a new WMS system being implemented across Canada
• Develop distribution center layout proposals (AutoCAD)
• Ensure that the services provided are of highest standards possible and in accordance with the company’s standard policies and procedures
• Manage own work to deliver according to project schedules; be accountable for delivery of own work product
• Manage/lead projects coordinating activity between vendors, local management, IT, and operations support team
• Ensure the operations follow all Safe Food for Canadians Regulations (SFCR), Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI) and Good Warehouse Practices (GWP)/Good Drivers Practices (GDP) for transport rules and regulations.
• Other projects or duties as assigned.

Required Skills and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering or equivalent and 2+ years’ experience developing engineering work standards in a distribution or manufacturing environment (Experience through internships/ co-ops will count)
• Experience with labor reporting/tracking programs
• Familiar with statistical analysis and regression
• Strong change management skills
• Proficient Microsoft Excel skills
• Autodesk AutoCAD experience (or similar software)
• Familiarity with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, PowerBI etc.
• Excellent training and presentation skills with solid oral and written communication
• Eagerness for continuous improvement & a growth mindset
• Ability to work in a highly matrixed, cross functional organization
• Up to 90% travel is required
• This position must pass a post-offer background