Operational Excellence Analyst
Company: FCX Performance
Location: Portland
Posted on: April 3, 2026
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Job Description:
This role is responsible for identifying and improving the
outcomes of warehousing and operational processes to improve
efficiencies, reduce costs, and increase customer satisfaction,
while ensuring a safe working environment. The analyst will have an
indirect leadership role at the DC and will work with the rest of
the local leadership team to achieve desired operational outcomes,
comply with all company policies, and embrace a culture of
continuous improvement. Key responsibilities include: Building the
safety culture, including Behavior Based Safety analytics / reports
and safety assessment coordination. Managing the SAP Extended
Warehouse Management (EWM) system as a power user, optimizing
warehouse processes in receiving, picking, shipping, cycle
counting, office and reporting. Building the housekeeping culture
through 5S education / execution and zone audits. Driving accuracy
improvements through error analytics / reporting, standard work
instructions, and preventative measures. Driving productivity
improvements through time studies, expectation setting, and process
improvement initiatives. Improving engagement by improving the
onboarding / orientation structure and training. Optimizing space
through capacity / utilization assessments. Liaison with technical
experts to support local system infrastructure. Teaching / Coaching
local leaders about continuous improvement methodology and lean
thinking, helping to foster a culture of continuous improvement.
Serve as back-up to other DC leaders to ensure that daily / weekly
procedures are followed when other leaders are absent. This role
covers both Portland and Fontana but will be based in Portland.
Four-year degree from an accredited college / university preferred
Deep commitment to continuous improvement & safety (Lean / Six
Sigma / Behavioral Based Safety methodologies) Persuasive
communicator / strong facilitator / structured and logical thinker
Ability to challenge the status quo Self-directed Solid analytical
and problem-solving skills Strong computer skills: Excel, Power
Point, Access, etc. Distribution as well as EWM / SAP experience
preferred More than 1 year of experience preferred, but skill set,
applicable internships, and potential will be considered Founded in
1923, Applied Industrial Technologies (NYSE: AIT) is a leading
value-added distributor and technical solutions provider of
industrial motion, fluid power, flow control, automation
technologies, and related maintenance supplies. Our leading brands,
specialized services, and comprehensive knowledge serve MRO and OEM
end users in virtually all industrial markets through our
multi-channel capabilities that provide choice, convenience, and
expertise. Applied Industrial Technologies is built on a philosophy
that puts people first. We are an equal opportunity employer, and
we are committed to a workforce in which we enforce fair treatment
and provide growth opportunities for everyone. All qualified
applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of
age, race, color, national origin, genetics, religion, gender,
marital status, physical or mental disability, or any other
characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and
ordinances.
Keywords: FCX Performance, Portland , Operational Excellence Analyst, Engineering , Portland, Oregon
