Industrial Engineering Associate

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Performs highly structured, entry-level assignments designed to develop a broad understanding of Postal Service
operations.
2. Supports the implementation of standardization programs and processes to postal operations using industrial engineering
and Lean / Continuous Improvement principles to improve service, productivity and cost performance.
3. Participates in process or value stream mapping exercises and collaborates with cross-functional teams in order to
determine and identify business improvement areas.
4. Performs analysis of service KPIs, staffing productivity, etc. to promote the effective use of resources within given
objectives, variables and constraints. Optimizes work flow and cell designs for improved efficiency. Develops standard work
procedures.
5. Develops and proposes alternatives to improve operating performance and reduce costs; monitors and evaluates the
implementation of new procedures and reports on results.
6. Monitors and analyzes operations (specifically equipment performance) using national and local reporting metrics to
improve service, productivity, and cost performance.
7. Exercises a normal regard for the safety of self and others; uses safety equipment such as eye safety glasses and hearing
protection. Because work is performed primarily in a processing plant or field setting employees may be subject to prolonged
standing, walking, bending, reaching, stooping, and handling heavy objects (e.g., tools and equipment). In addition,
employees may be requested to travel and work nights and weekends for special projects.
8. Gains understanding of Lean / Continuous Improvement principles (i.e., Lean Six Sigma, Kaizen process) to accomplish
the improvement goals for the organization.