Supply Chain Process Improvement Specialist - Entry Level - On-site

Supply Chain Process Improvement Specialist - Entry Level Join KEYENCE as a Supply Chain Process Improvement Specialist Location:Itasca, IL (Distribution Center) Total Compensation (Base + Bonus): $81,281 What We Offer Bonus Target: $16,481 annually (performance-based), paid quarterly Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401K match, ~4 weeks PTO in first full year Career Growth: Promote-from-within culture with base and bonus increases Recognized by Forbes as one of World’s Most Innovative Companies A global leader in factory automation and quality assurance solutions Operating profit of over 40% for 25 consecutive years A culture that invests in your success from day one Job Responsibilities As a Supply Chain Process Improvement Specialist , you will serve as the analytical and continuous improvement lead for KEYENCE Distribution Center operations. This role focuses on performance analysis, root-cause problem solving, and process design—not warehouse supervision. You’ll partner with internal teams and 3PL providers to evaluate how work is performed, identify gaps, and drive measurable improvements in cost, service, quality, and reliability. Analyze DC performance using KPIs (service, productivity, inventory, cycle time, exceptions) Identify trends, bottlenecks, and root causes across inbound, outbound, returns, and inventory movement Lead continuous improvement initiatives (Lean, PDCA) and document current/future-state processes Drive 3PL accountability through KPI tracking and operational reviews Support WMS/WCS, process, and equipment issue resolution; manage corrective actions and documentation Qualifications Bachelor’s degree (Supply Chain, Operations, Business Analytics, or related field preferred) Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills Ability to work in both office and warehouse environments Willingness to work occasional overtime or weekends (3–4 times per year) Ability to lift up to 75 lbs (rarely without assistance) Steel-toe shoes required on warehouse floor 0–3 years in supply chain, logistics, or operations Exposure to continuous improvement methods (Lean, PDCA, Kaizen, Six Sigma) Experience analyzing KPIs and driving process improvements Familiarity with 3PL environments and DC systems (WMS/WCS) Strong Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, analysis) and process mapping tools (Visio preferred) Working knowledge of safety, OSHA, or HAZMAT standards How to Apply This career opportunity and direct referral is intended for Evans Scholars. Please submit an application through Keyence's online application and reference your affiliation with the Evans Scholars Foundation. Once you apply, click HERE to notify Nick Gasbarro (Talent Acquisition at Keyence). Include your resume and interest in the position. To provide additional support, Dan Puglisi (Senior Director, Career Services) is copied on the outreach. #J-18808-Ljbffr Usi Insurance