Lead Continuous Improvement Engineer - Start-ups (remote) Job at Ryder System, I

Overview

Sr. Continuous Improvement Engineer – Logistics & Traffic Flow (remote). This position supports the Ryder Continuous Improvement culture across the business by applying continuous improvement methods to support new and existing operations. The Lead Engineer identifies, leads and drives change within the operation through data driven CI, Engineering, and Automation efforts to deliver higher levels of performance in safety, quality, delivery, cost and growth. The role interfaces with employees at all levels and functions across the operation and may supervise CI resources. Reports to the CI Manager/Sr. CI Manager and is closely aligned with a General Manager or Director of Operations.

Responsibilities

• Collect data and perform statistical analysis. Map and document processes. Independently identify process gaps; recommend and implement process improvement. Develop a thorough, effective, and timely continuous improvement plan to drive value for customers (transformation plan development and execution). Drive process improvement activities to achieve tangible improvement in safety, quality, delivery, cost, and employee development.
• Manage and complete high impact CI projects across the operation that lead to improved business results. Assess CI initiatives and provide input and recommendations on future activities. Support start-ups, retrofits and expansions including pricing inputs, go-live and steady state certifications. Identify and support Automation projects. Regularly interact with account management and/or customer(s).
• Demonstrate a high level of competency in a wide range of engineering methods, Lean tools, and quality standards and coach employees in the use and implementation of CI, Quality Assurance, and Lean principles. Apply engineering methodologies/tools such as product slotting, time studies, layouts and optimization of flow, data profiling and analysis, and resource modeling to improve distribution and/or transportation operations.
• May supervise CI engineers and quality professionals. With guidance of manager participate in employment decisions (hire, coach) and manage performance.
• Facilitate and execute Value Stream Maps and Kaizen Events through all stages (A3 charter ideation/creation, pre-work, delivery of results in Kaizen week, sustainment follow up).
• Coach process owners on how to use lean methods to achieve operational excellence. Provide regular reports of data and actions to measure progress against site objectives; make inventory and/or supply chain strategy recommendations.

Additional Responsibilities

• Design, implement, monitor and maintain the QMS based on established company and industry standards.
• Implement and monitor a standardized corrective action system.
• Support regulatory compliance and certification requirements.
• Perform all functions related to Quality Assurance for a start-up or expansion.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills And Abilities

• Microsoft Office Suite skills with emphasis on Access, Excel and PowerPoint; Visio expert.
• Data visualization (PowerBI, Tableau) and database programming (SQL, DAX, etc.) intermediate.
• Proficiency in Leader Standard Work, Visual Management Systems, Management Accountability Systems, PDCA, Value Stream Mapping, Kaizen, 5S/Workplace Organization (intermediate).
• Understanding and experience in core engineering and data analysis functions (slotting, utilization, labor planning, layouts, metrics, etc.) (advanced).
• Warehouse design tools such as CAD (e.g., AutoCAD); slotting tools (e.g., Slot3D); MOST; WMS (Manhattan Scale); Labor Mgt Systems (advanced preferred).
• Knowledge of Warehouse Management operations, data analytics, Industrial Engineering, warehouse types (ambient, temp control), layout/design and Lean methods; knowledge of material handling solutions and automation types (PIT, racks, conveyors, AS/RS, etc.).
• Knowledge of Dedicated Services and Managed Transportation Networks; knowledge of equipment types (dry van, temperature control, flat bed, etc.).
• Transportation design tools such as JDA, Appian; network design tools such as Llamasoft; TMS (JDA, OTM); Tableau; advanced preferred.
• Lean Six Sigma required; PMP/ISO/QMS preferred; APICS or related certification preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or Supply Chain with seven (7) years or more related experience in Warehousing, Transportation, or Manufacturing; or Master’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, or Supply Chain Management with five (5) years related experience. MBA requires undergraduate degree in Engineering.
• Microsoft Office Suite skills with emphasis on Access, Excel and PowerPoint; Visio expert.
• Data visualization (PowerBI, Tableau) and database programming (SQL, DAX, etc.) intermediate.
• Proficiency in Leader Standard Work, Visual Management Systems and Management Accountability Systems, PDCA, Value Stream Mapping, Kaizen, 5S/Workplace Organization (intermediate).
• Understanding and experience in core engineering and data analysis functions (slotting, utilization, labor planning, layouts, metrics, etc.) advanced.
• Warehouse design tools such as CAD (AutoCAD); slotting (Slot3D); MOST; WMS (Manhattan Scale); Labor Mgt Systems. advanced.
• Knowledge of Warehouse Management operations and Lean methods; knowledge of material handling solutions and automation types (PIT, racks, conveyors, AS/RS). advanced.
• Knowledge of Dedicated Services and Managed Transportation Networks; knowledge of equipment types; transportation design tools (JDA, Appian); network design tools (Llamasoft); Tableau. advanced.
• Lean Six Sigma required; PMP, ISO/QMS preferred; APICS and/or Supply Chain Certification preferred.
• Travel: as required by role.

Travel None

Job Category: Continuous Improvement

Compensation The compensation offered may be influenced by experience, education, location, and other factors. Salary range below for reference: 100000 – 120000. Pay type: Salaried.

Benefits For all Full-time positions: medical, dental, vision, life, disability, paid time off, 401(k). Benefits summary available on Ryder site.

Equal Opportunity Ryder is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, or other protected status.

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