Transportation Senior Continuous Improvement Engineer (remote)Ryder System, Inc. • Lansing, Michigan, United States
Transportation Senior Continuous Improvement Engineer (remote)
Ryder System, Inc.
- Lansing, Michigan, United States
- Lansing, Michigan, United States
About
Essential Functions
Collect data and perform statistical analysis. Map and document processes. Independently identify process gaps; recommend and implement process improvement. Develop and manage a thorough, effective, and timely continuous improvement plan to drive value for our customers (transformation plan development and execution). Drive process improvement activities to achieve tangible improvement in key business metrics of safety, quality, delivery, cost, and employee development.
Manage and complete CI and steady-state engineering projects that lead to improved business results. Assess CI initiatives and provide input and recommendations on future activities. Support go-live and steady state certifications. Identify and support Automation projects. Regularly interact with operations management and/or customer(s).
Develop and demonstrate competency in a wide range of engineering methods, Lean tools, and quality standards. Coach employees in the use and implementation of CI, and Lean principles. Apply engineering methodologies/tools such as product slotting, studying labor standards (time studies), and optimization of flow, data profiling and analysis, and resource modeling to improve transportation operations.
Effectively facilitate and execute Value Stream Maps & Kaizen Events through all stages (A3 charter ideation / creation, pre-work identification and completion, delivery of results in Kaizen week, regular follow up and sustainment). 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 Supply Chain strategy recommendations.
Additional Responsibilities
Performs other duties as assigned.
Skills and Abilities
Effective interpersonal skills.
Strong verbal and written communication skills; essential for influencing, reporting, and engaging diverse audiences. Ability to effectively present project outcomes to internal and external customers at all organizational levels, telling the story in a clear, concise, and compelling manner.
Ability to create and maintain professional relationships within all levels of the organization (peers, work groups, customers, supervisors).
Flexibility to operate and self-driven to excel in a fast‑paced environment.
Capable of multi‑tasking, highly organized, with excellent time management skills.
System and change implementation skills.
Ability to work independently and as a leader or member of a team.
Ability to manage cross‑functional CI projects from beginning to sustained results.
Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Business, Supply Chain Management, or related field (Required).
Five years or more in related work experience in the Transportation or Supply Chain Industry (Required).
Transportation Experience Necessary (Transportation Management, Dedicated, FTL, LTL) (Required).
Microsoft Office Suite skills with emphasis on Access, Excel, PowerPoint & Visio (Expert).
Data visualization (PowerBI, Tableau, etc.) and database programming (SQL, DAX, etc.) (Intermediate, Preferred).
Functional Experience in developing and managing: Leader Standard Work, Visual Management Systems and Management Accountability Systems, Plan‑Do‑Check‑Act (PDCA), Value Stream Mapping, Kaizen, 5S/Workplace Organization Beginner (Required).
Understanding and experience in core engineering and data analysis functions (slotting, utilization, labor planning, layouts, metrics, etc.) (Intermediate, Required).
Knowledge of Dedicated Services and Managed Transportation Networks; knowledge of all available equipment types such as dry van, temperature control, flat bed, other specialized equipment; Transportation Design Tools (e.g., JDA, Appian, Network Design Tools such as Llamasoft/Optilogic), Transportation Management Systems (e.g., JDA, OTM), Mapping Software (e.g., Tableau/Power BI) (Intermediate, Preferred).
Lean Methodology (Preferred).
Supply Chain Logistics Certification (Preferred).
Travel
No.
Job Category: Continuous Improvement
Compensation Information The compensation offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s relevant experience; education, including relevant degrees or certifications; work location; market data/ranges; internal equity; internal salary ranges; etc. The position may also be eligible to receive an annual bonus, commission, and/or long‑term incentive plan based on level and/or type.
Pay Type Salaried
Minimum Pay Range:
90000
Maximum Pay Range:
100500
Benefits Information For all Full‑time positions only: Ryder offers comprehensive health and welfare benefits, including medical, prescription, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability insurance options, as well as paid time off for vacation, illness, bereavement, family and parental leave, and a tax‑advantaged 401(k) retirement savings plan.
For more information about benefits, download the comprehensive benefits summary.
Ryder is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free workplace.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.
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Languages
- English
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