IE Supervisor: Lead Projects & Process Improvements

UPS; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

UPS’s Engineering Development Program (EDP) in Portland, OR offers a structured four‑month training for highly qualified Industrial Engineers. The program blends hands‑on projects, classroom learning, and mentorship, leading to a supervisory IE role and expanded responsibilities within UPS Operations.

Successful participants will drive process improvements, manage large projects, and contribute to operational excellence while building a strong professional network.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in one of the listed engineering majors.
• Valid Driver's License by start date.
• Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Enthusiasm, idealism, creativity and dedication to getting results.
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently.
• Ability to interact and communicate effectively across business units.

Responsibilities

• Leads and supports project and program management.
• Leads and supports process improvements.
• Performs work measurement using Master Standard Data (MSD).
• Conducts Operations Research.
• Participates in integrated business planning.
• Supports new technology integration and implementation.
• Administrates training and development.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Collaboration

Cross-functional communication

Education

Industrial Engineering

Process Engineering

Engineering & Technology Management

Industrial & Manufacturing Engineering

Automation Engineering

Supply Chain Management

Operations Management/Research

Logistics

Job description

UPS’s Engineering Development Program (EDP) in Portland, OR offers a structured four‑month training for highly qualified Industrial Engineers. The program blends hands‑on projects, classroom learning, and mentorship, leading to a supervisory IE role and expanded responsibilities within UPS Operations.

Successful participants will drive process improvements, manage large projects, and contribute to operational excellence while building a strong professional network.