Ryder System, Inc. ยท 1 day ago
Transportation Lead Continuous Improvement Engineer
USA - Coppell TX 75019
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
7+ years expRyder System, Inc. is focused on enhancing its Continuous Improvement culture by applying methods to support operations. The Lead Engineer will drive change through data-driven CI, Engineering, and Automation efforts, aiming for improved performance in safety, quality, delivery, cost, and growth.
Fleet ManagementLogisticsSupply Chain ManagementTransportation
Responsibilities
Supervise a team of continuous improvement engineering professionals. Lead employment decisions (hire, promote, coach, development) and manage performance. Manages multiple and complex Supply Chain projects. Regularly interacts with Senior Management and/or customer(s)
Collects data and performs statistical analysis. Maps and documents processes. Independently identifies process gaps; recommends and implements process improvement. Develop 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 the key business metrics of safety, quality, delivery, cost, and employee development
Manages and completes high impact CI projects across the operation that lead to improved business results. Assesses CI initiatives and provides 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 interacts with account Management and/or customer(s)
Demonstrate a high level of competency in 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
Effective facilitation and execution 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 follow through on 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 the site objectives. Makes Supply Chain strategy recommendations
Performs other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
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)
Ability to work independently and as a member of a team
Flexibility to operate and self-driven to excel in a fast-paced environment
Capable of multi-tasking, highly organized, with excellent time management skills
Manages effective teams
System and change implementation skills
Ability to lead cross-functional and complex CI projects from beginning to sustained results
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Business, Supply Chain Management or related field
7 years or more in related work experience in the Transportation or Supply Chain Industry
Microsoft Office Suite skills with emphasis on Access, Excel and PowerPoint & Visio. Expert
Proficiency 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
Understanding and experience in core engineering and data analysis functions (slotting, utilization, labor planning, layouts, metrics, etc.) Advanced
Preferred
Data visualization (PowerBI, Tableau) and database programming (SQL, DAX, etc.) Intermediate
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 ie; JDA, Appian, Network Design Tools ie; Llamasoft/Optilogic, Transportation Management Systems ie; JDA, OTM, Mapping Software ie; Tableau/Power BI
& Lean Methodology
& Supply Chain Logistics Certification
Benefits
Comprehensive health and welfare benefits
Medical
Prescription
Dental
Vision
Life insurance
Disability insurance options
Paid time off for vacation
Illness
Bereavement
Family and parental leave
Tax-advantaged 401(k) retirement savings plan
Company
Ryder System, Inc.
We perfect the supply chains people depend on.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown1978-01-13IPO
Leadership Team
Robert Sanchez
Chief Executive Officer
John Diez
President and Chief Operating Officer
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