Process engineer Jobs in Buffalo, NY

Warehouse and Logistics Process Engineer Reports To: Manufacturing Engineering Manager Department: Operations / Manufacturing Engineering

Position Summary

The Warehouse and Logistics Process Engineer drives the implementation of the Schneider Production System (SPS) and leads continuous improvement initiatives across warehouse operations, material flow, inventory management, transportation, and logistics. This role focuses on improving productivity, reducing costs, optimizing inventory accuracy, enhancing delivery performance, and supporting operational excellence through data-driven decision-making and process optimization.

Key Responsibilities

Process Improvement

• Lead Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen, and SPS initiatives to improve warehouse and logistics performance.
• Identify process inefficiencies and implement standardized, scalable solutions.
• Develop KPIs and drive productivity, quality, and cost improvements.

Warehouse & Material Flow

• Optimize warehouse layouts, storage systems, and material handling processes.
• Improve receiving, put-away, replenishment, picking, packing, and shipping operations.
• Support implementation and optimization of WMS and inventory management processes.

Logistics & Transportation

• Improve inbound and outbound transportation performance while reducing freight costs.
• Partner with carriers, suppliers, and 3PLs to enhance service levels.
• Monitor logistics metrics and implement corrective actions as needed.

Data Analytics & Projects

• Analyze operational data to identify trends, bottlenecks, and improvement opportunities.
• Develop dashboards, reports, and business cases to support decision-making.
• Lead cross-functional projects involving automation, facility improvements, and process optimization.

Safety & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory requirements.
• Support audits, inventory controls, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Promote a culture of safety and operational excellence.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Supply Chain, Logistics, or related field.
• 5-10 years of experience in warehouse operations, logistics, supply chain, or process engineering.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, 5S, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, project management, and communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, ERP systems, and Warehouse Management Systems (WMS).

Preferred Qualifications

• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification.
• Experience with warehouse automation and material handling systems.
• Background in manufacturing, distribution, or fulfillment operations.
• Knowledge of TMS, WMS, and inventory optimization tools.

Success Measures

• Improve warehouse productivity, efficiency, and material flow.
• Maintain inventory accuracy above 99%.
• Reduce warehouse, transportation, and handling costs.
• Support on-time delivery performance of 98%+.
• Deliver measurable savings through continuous improvement projects.
• Enhance safety performance, warehouse utilization, and operational scalability.

Travel: Up to 10-20% as required. At Schneider, we believe that every employee is a talent who deserves equal opportunities. This means you matter. Every individual needs to feel valued, supported, and treated fairly to do their best work. Our Total Rewards is our way of saying: “We see you. We value you”. It’s more than just pay and benefits- it’s a meaningful investment in you. It is designed for you to perform, grow, feel safe, and elevate your potential to shine as an impact maker. For this U.S. based position, the expected pay range is USD 86,400 - USD 129,600 per year. This pay range includes base pay and short-term incentives. The compensation range for this full-time position applies to candidates located within the United States. Our pay ranges are determined by reviewing roles of similar responsibility and level. Within the pay range, individual pay is determined by several factors including performance, knowledge, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Schneider Electric is there when it matters most to you

Our Total Rewards package outlines all the benefits and support you’ll enjoy as part of the Schneider Electric team:

• Care for Yourself and Your Family. We ensure you feel secure with benefits that help you and your family thrive: medical (with member reward points), dental, vision, and basic life insurance, Benefit Bucks, flexible work arrangements, paid family leaves, well-being programs, 12 holidays per year, and 15 days of paid time off per year.
• Invest and Plan Your Future. We help you plan and invest for the future with competitive pay and programs including base salary, incentives, company share ownership, and 401(k) with match.
• Grow Your Skills and Career. We support development through performance discussions, global opportunities, the Schneider Career Hub, and learning platforms like Coursera.
• Team Up in the Workplace. We encourage collaboration, recognition, sharing your voice, and an inclusive workplace.
• Support Your Community. We make a difference through volunteer leave, programs with the Schneider Electric Foundation, youth education initiatives, and military leave benefits.

Looking to make an IMPACT with your career?

When you are thinking about joining a new team, culture matters. At Schneider Electric, our values and behaviors are the foundation for creating a great culture to support business success. We believe that our IMPACT values – Inclusion, Mastery, Purpose, Action, Curiosity, Teamwork – starts with us. IMPACT is also your invitation to join Schneider Electric where you can contribute to turning sustainability ambition into actions, no matter what role you play. It is a call to connect your career with the ambition of achieving a more resilient, efficient, and sustainable world. We are looking for IMPACT Makers; exceptional people who turn sustainability ambitions into actions at the intersection of automation, electrification, and digitization. We celebrate IMPACT Makers and believe everyone has the potential to be one. Become an IMPACT Maker with Schneider Electric – apply today!

• €40 billion global revenue
• +9% organic growth
• 150 000+ employees in 100+ countries

You must submit an online application to be considered for any position with us. This position will be posted until filled. Schneider Electric aspires to be the most inclusive and caring company in the world, by providing equitable opportunities to everyone, everywhere, and ensuring all employees feel uniquely valued and safe to contribute their best. We mirror the diversity of the communities in which we operate, and ‘inclusion’ is one of our core values. We believe our differences make us stronger as a company and as individuals and we are committed to championing inclusivity in everything we do. At Schneider Electric, we uphold the highest standards of ethics and compliance, and we believe that trust is a foundational value. Our Trust Charter is our Code of Conduct and demonstrates our commitment to ethics, safety, sustainability, quality and cybersecurity, underpinning every aspect of our business and our willingness to behave and respond respectfully and in good faith to all our stakeholders. You can find out more about our Trust Charter here Schneider Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities in the areas of recruiting, hiring, training, transferring, and promoting all qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, color, gender, disability, national origin, ancestry, age, military status, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other legally protected characteristic or conduct.