Intern, Industrial Engineering

Global Industrial

For over 70 years Global Industrial has been an industry leader providing private label and brand name industrial equipment and supplies to businesses throughout North America.

We carry over 1.7M industrial, material handling and business products that are sold through our website, corporate sales people and full color catalogs. We are constantly increasing our product offerings to meet the diverse and changing needs of our customers. Our customers include small to large corporations, institutions and government agencies as well as consumers.

Key Responsibilities

•    Assist in evaluating and determining best methods for material handling processes
•    Apply statistical methods and perform mathematical calculations to determine workflow processes, staff requirements, and production standards
•    Draft and design layout of equipment, materials, and workspace to illustrate maximum efficiency, using drafting and computer applications.
•    Evaluate material handling equipment requirements as needed
•    Assist in providing technical and operational support as needed.
•    Study operations sequence, material flow, organization charts and project information to determine worker functions and responsibilities
•    Recommend methods for improving utilization of personnel, material and equipment
•    Draft and document standard operating procedures for warehouse tasks and functions 
•    Conduct observations and time studies on warehouse floor to implement engineered standards
•    Other duties as assigned.

Competencies and skills

•    Accountability
•    Communication Skills
•    Conflict Management
•    Continuous Learning
•    Customer Focus
•    Innovation
•    Managing Diversity
•    Organizational Skills & Detail Orientation
•    Problem Solving
•    Relationship Management

EEO/AA Statement

Global Industrial, a Systemax Company provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.