Distribution Engineer

Who We Are:

Kontoor Brands, Inc. (KTB) is the parent company of Wrangler®, Lee® and Rock & Republic®, with owned manufacturing facilities in Mexico. Kontoor also owns and operates over 140 retail stores across the globe. Our global company employs more than 13,000 people in 65 countries, with world headquarters in Greensboro, North Carolina, and regional headquarters in Geneva and Hong Kong.

Job Posting:

Kontoor US, LLC: Distribution Engineer – Mocksville, NC

DUTIES: Manage daily engineering responsibilities within the Distribution Center. Assist operations, manager/supervisors, and other personnel with operational requirements, standardization, improving efficiencies and general operational improvements as needed. Research, test and evaluate existing as well as implement new ways to improve efficiency and cost-effective measures while maintaining safe practices, sustainability and good quality. Assist with Accident Investigations and Ergonomic Assessments. Support local operating budgets and oversee capital project planning and implementation. Ensure facility layout and equipment to provide optimal efficiencies while supporting all safety requirements. Oversees maintenance and application of the company's incentive pay system while ensuring adherence to all company policies and legal regulations. Maintain Incentive Pay System using Methods and Work Measurement, involves developing and revising Standards, Methods, Time Studies, and Job Descriptions. Spearhead cost reduction initiatives and cost control. Responsibilities include product, activity, and project costing. Participate in and/or lead meetings to address issues that arise with Safety, Quality Control, Sustainability, Production, and Personnel Daily. Assist in Problem Solving. Lead and assist DC Safety and Quality Control Programs (Methods & Standards, SOPs, & Rework). Utilize Project Management Skills to complete DC projects. DC Financial Responsibilities: Support Distribution with Annual Budgets, Forecasts, Monthly Costs, Metrics, and Capital Projects. Training and Development of Personnel. Maintain Equipment Inventory and 5 Year Capital Requirement Plan. Update Equipment and Facility Layout drawings. Assist and support maintenance with department projects, systems, and equipment including Automation.

REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, or in a closely related field and 3 years of production engineering experience. Experience must include one or more of the following:

• 3 years of distribution engineering experience

• 3 years of experience in an incentive pay environment

• 3 years of experience with Ecom distribution

• 3 years of project management experience

Demonstrated knowledge of Distribution operations and Continuous Improvement.

Knowledge may be demonstrated through education, training and/or experience.

TRAVEL: Up to 5% domestic travel required.                                                            

SALARY: $110,000 - $118,000 per year

LOCATION: 1401 US-601, Mocksville, NC 27028                                             

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Paid Time Off

• Employee discounts

• 401K Match up to 6%

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Paid Parental Leave

Kontoor Brands is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals. As such, employment decisions at Kontoor are based on merit, qualifications and abilities. Kontoor does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, citizenship, genetic information, disability (physical and mental), military and veteran status, HIV/AIDS status, or any other legally protected characteristic. With respect to job posting​s, Kontoor will comply with any applicable laws, collective bargaining agreements, and affirmative action plans implemented by the specific coalition involved.​                                                                                 

Why Kontoor Brands?

At Kontoor, we offer a comprehensive benefit package to fit your lifestyle. Our benefits are crafted with the same care as our products.

When our employees are healthy, secure, and well, they bring their best selves to work. Kontoor Brands supports you with a competitive benefits program that provides choice and flexibility to meet your and your family’s needs – now and in the future. We offer resources to support your physical, emotional, social, and financial wellbeing, plus benefits like discounts on our apparel. Kontoor Brands also provides four weeks of Paid Parental Leave to eligible employees who are new parents, Flexible Fridays, and Tuition Reimbursement.

We are proud to offer a workplace culture centered on equitable opportunities and a sense of belonging for all team members. Here we have a global workforce of high-performing teams that both unlocks our individual uniqueness and harnesses our collaborative talents.