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Senior Industrial Engineer

Novi, MI · On-site

$40.25 - $55/hr

Develop labor models, staffing plans, and workforce optimization strategies using labor standards and analytical tools. * Conduct advanced time studies, work sampling, line balancing, and labor ...

Senior Industrial Engineer

Novi, MI · On-site

$40 - $55/hr

Develop labor models, staffing plans, and workforce optimization strategies using labor standards and analytical tools. * Conduct advanced time studies, work sampling, line balancing, and labor ...

Senior Industrial Engineer

Novi, MI

$40 - $55/hr

Develop labor models, staffing plans, and workforce optimization strategies using labor standards and analytical tools. * Conduct advanced time studies, work sampling, line balancing, and labor ...

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Workforce Optimization information

What is a workforce optimization?

A Workforce Optimization (WFO) job focuses on improving efficiency, productivity, and employee performance within an organization. This role typically involves analyzing workforce data, optimizing schedules, implementing technology solutions, and enhancing customer service operations. Professionals in WFO use tools like forecasting, performance analytics, and automation to ensure the right number of employees are available at the right time. Their goal is to balance operational efficiency with employee engagement while meeting business objectives.

What does a workforce optimization do?

As a Workforce Optimization professional, your daily responsibilities often include analyzing staffing levels, monitoring call volumes (if in a contact center), forecasting workforce demand, and adjusting schedules to meet changing business needs. You will typically collaborate closely with operations managers, team leads, and HR to ensure departments are properly staffed while maximizing efficiency and minimizing costs. Regular tasks may also involve generating reports, reviewing performance data, and making real-time recommendations based on analytics. This dynamic role offers the opportunity to influence productivity and contribute directly to organizational success.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in workforce optimization?

To excel in Workforce Optimization, proficiency in data analysis, forecasting, and workforce planning is essential, often supported by a background in business, HR, or operations management. Familiarity with workforce management (WFM) platforms such as NICE, Kronos, or Genesys, and certifications like Six Sigma or Workforce Management Professional (CWMP) are highly valued. Strong communication, problem-solving abilities, and adaptability distinguish top performers in this role. These skills and qualifications enable effective deployment of resources, improved operational efficiency, and alignment of staffing with organizational goals.

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Infographic showing various Workforce Optimization job openings in Michigan as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 79% Full Time, 11% Part Time, 2% Temporary, 7% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 94% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution.

Command Center Analyst, Workforce Management RTA

Warren, MI • On-site

Teleperformance
Call Centers • 10K+ employees

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 5 days ago


Teleperformance rating

5.5

Company rating: 5.5 out of 10

Based on 190 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

Overview

About TP

TP is a global, digital business services company. We deliver the most advanced, digitally powered business services to help the world's best brands streamline their business in meaningful and sustainable ways.

With more than 500,000 inspired and passionate people speaking more than 300 languages, our global scale and local presence allow us to be a force of good in supporting our communities, our clients, and the environment.

Benefits of working with TP include:

  • Paid Training
  • Competitive Wages
  • Full Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k and more)
  • Paid Time Off
  • Employee wellness and engagement programs 

TP and You

Through a balanced high-tech and high-touch approach blended with deep industry and geographic expertise, we make people's lives simpler, faster, and safer. We help companies adapt quickly to changing needs, and are inspired to deliver only the best in all that we do. You will become a key contributor in making that happen.

Did you know that our Chief Client Officer started her career at TP as an agent and advanced to the pinnacle of the company? At TP, the sky is the limit!

Purpose

The role is accountable for analyzing, interpreting and presenting data related to contact center employee productivity, staffing levels and workforce optimization. This role requires the ability to identify trends and patterns in data, make recommendations for process improvement and work collaboratively with cross- functional teams to implement changes. The operation is a fast-paced workforce management environment that requires focus on key business priorities supporting contact centers across the globe. The operation is a 24x7 business and requires flexibility for working evenings, weekends and holidays.

This position is 100% onsite in Warren, MI. Work at home is not available for this position.

Responsibilities

Your Responsibilities

Develop and implement workforce management strategies to optimize staffing, scheduling and forecasting.

Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of workforce performance of multiple contact centers and business units (departments)

Monitor and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) to identify trends and areas for improvement

Analyze interval and daily transaction volume (inbound, outbound), Average Handle Time (AHT), staffing and other contact center production metrics by group and report on actual vs. forecasted (phone, web, e-mail, fax, white mail, chat/messaging)

Responsible for maintaining occupancy goals by offering off-phone time to contact centers to distribute to advisors (voluntary time off (VTO), coaching, team meetings and/or case work etc.) Manage, track, monitor and report out on technical incidents

Perform various ad hoc analyses, formulate and present conclusions to management

Responsible for communicating with supplier partners' traffic desks to ensure schedule adherence is being monitored and followed by Agents

Realtime schedule management

o Coding team members out when out of office due to planned or unplanned events

Management of real-time schedule adherence

o Monitoring queues and Agent state in real-time

Communicate any IT issues and direction/workarounds (turnaround times, scripting, etc.), complete Agent skill changes submitted by the supplier partners but also reviewing metrics and perform skill changes to leverage advisors into trained line of business to help support current queues (considered a Realtime play) etc.

Qualifications

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree preferred or equivalent workforce management experience

2+ years of previous experience working in real-time adherence, forecasting, monitoring and analysis of customer contacts in a real-time contact center environment preferred

Technical or automotive experience a plus

Handles work and relationships responsibly with professionalism and emotional intelligence; effectively manages emotions, welcomes and accepts feedback and owns opportunities

Highly innovative and creative thinker; considers the impact on customers in their decision-making process

Self-Motivated: Able to multi-task in busy surroundings and work effectively both independently and with other team members; takes initiative and thinks/acts proactively

Reliable and Flexible: Is willing to work a flexible work schedule and able to work in-office; must possess reliable transportation

Adapts to Change: Appreciates challenges and looks for new learning experiences; learns quickly and grasps new concepts and quickly applies them to the job

Performance does not deteriorate under stress; able to stay focused on the customer despite distractions.

Excellent and professional communication skills, verbal and written

Ability to manage multiple activities at once in a high-pressure, fast-paced environment

Working knowledge of industry standard contact center technology (ACD, IVR, network features), reporting automation applications

Ability to prioritize effectively with a demonstrated history of independent decision-making capabilities and strong organizational skills

Able to work with others in a highly collaborative way, listen to others' input, values outside perspectives, continuously seeks feedback

Comprehensive understanding of contact center metrics

Computer literacy, technical aptitude, PC, word processing and spreadsheet experience required. Demonstrates the ability to handle visual monitoring and data entry simultaneously.

Thorough knowledge of NICE IEX WFM application

Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel (including knowledge of Macros), CCPulse, Siebel, SalesForce

Be Part of Our TP Family

It is our mission to always provide an environment where our employees feel valued, inspired, and supported, so that they can bring their best selves to work every day. We believe that when employees are happy and healthy, they are more productive, creative, and engaged. We are committed to providing a workplace that is conducive to happiness and a healthy work-life balance. We also believe that to be our best selves, we need to be surrounded by people who are positive, supportive, and challenging. We are committed to creating a culture of inclusion and diversity, where everyone feels welcome and valued.

TP is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Employment Type: FULL_TIME

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