Ryder System, Inc. ยท 1 day ago
Transportation Continuous Improvement Engineer/Analyst
USA - Coppell TX 75019
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expRyder System, Inc. is focused on continuous improvement in their operations, and they are seeking a Transportation Continuous Improvement Engineer/Analyst to support this initiative. The role involves applying continuous improvement methods, performing data analysis, and implementing process improvements to enhance safety, quality, delivery, and cost metrics.
Fleet ManagementLogisticsSupply Chain ManagementTransportation
Responsibilities
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 CI and steady-state engineering projects that lead to improved business results
Assesses CI initiatives and provides input and recommendations on future activities
Support Automation projects
Regularly interacts with operations management
Develop competency in wide range of engineering methods, Lean tools, and quality standards in the use and implementation of CI, Quality Assurance, & Lean principles
Applies engineering methodologies/tools such as product slotting, studying labor standards (time studies), layouts and optimization of flow, data profiling and analysis, and resource modeling to improve transportation operations
Participate in 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)
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
Strong Continuous Improvement mentality
Ability to manage CI projects from beginning to sustained results
Change implementation skills
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Business, Supply Chain Management or related discipline
3 years or more in related work experience in the Transportation or Supply Chain Industry
Transportation Experience Necessary (Transportation Management, Dedicated, FTL, LTL)
Microsoft Office Suite skills with emphasis on Access, Excel and PowerPoint & Visio Advanced
Basic knowledge of Lean tools/processes (e.g. 5S, Standard Work, Visual Management, problem solving) Basic/Required Beginner
Understanding and experience in core engineering and data analysis functions (slotting, utilization, labor planning, metrics, etc.) Beginner
Preferred
Knowledgeable of data visualization (PowerBI, Tableau, etc.) 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. Intermediate
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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