The Store industrial Engineer is responsible for developing, analyzing, and maintaining engineered labor standards for our store operations. This role plays a key part in supporting store productivity, payroll forecasting, and operational efficiency by applying industrial engineering principles and time study techniques to store processes.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Conduct time and motion studies in stores using recognized labor measurement systems to develop and validate engineered labor standards.

Build and maintain a comprehensive catalog of labor standards tied to specific store attributes, services, and other operational criteria.

Analyze store process performance to identify labor variances and recommend improvements or standards adjustments.

Partner with store teams to understand and document operational workflows by observing execution in the field.

Support the implementation of standardized operating procedures by providing labor data insights and measurement logic.

Collaborate with operations and labor planning teams to ensure alignment between labor standards and scheduling tools.

Provide recommendations to senior management for improving utilization of labor, equipment, and utilities in our stores while maintaining a high level of customer service.

Evaluate new technologies, equipment, and procedures to understand their impact on labor requirements.

Monitor metrics and key performance indicators tied to labor productivity and communicate insights to leadership.

Collaborate with leadership to refine individual team roadmaps, ensuring alignment with broader organizational objectives.

Conduct labor analysis to assess the impact of process changes and evolving operational workflows.

Understand and forecast the implications of workload changes on labor requirements and productivity.

Develop quarterly and annual labor forecasts, ensuring resources are allocated effectively.

SKILLS/EDUCATION/KNOWLEDGE/EXPERIENCE/ABILITIES

Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial Engineering or related field of study

Must be willing to travel up to 50% to conduct on-site studies

Communication and presentation skills, with the ability to present complex data to leadership

Experience with labor standards development, volumetric analysis, and budget forecasting

Expertise in workforce management systems, scheduling systems, and labor analytics.

Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to think critically in a fast-paced, evolving environment.

Knowledge of time study techniques and labor measurement systems (Example – MOST)

Strong analytical skills with proficiency in data analysis tools.

Knowledge of continuous improvement methodologies (Example - Lean or Six Sigma)

O’Reilly Auto Parts has a proven track record of growth and stability. O’Reilly is full of successful career stories and believes in a strong promote-from-within philosophy, encouraging you to grow your career along with the organization. 

Total Compensation Package:

Competitive Wages & Paid Time Off

Stock Purchase Plan & 401k with Employer Contributions Starting Day One

Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance with Optional Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Team Member Health/Wellbeing Programs

Tuition Educational Assistance Programs

Opportunities for Career Growth

O’Reilly Auto Parts is an equal opportunity employer. The Company does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin or ancestry (including immigration status or citizenship), sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related medical conditions,) age (40 and over), veteran status, uniformed service member status, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including testing or characteristics) or another protected status as defined by local, state, or federal law, as applicable.

Qualified individuals with a disability may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application or employment process, please send an email to: rar@oreillyauto.com or call 417-862-2674, ext. 68901, and provide your requested accommodation, and position details.