Remote Transportation CI Engineer - Improvement Lead

Ryder System, Inc.; Trenton (NJ); Remote; USD 90,000 - 101,000; Full time

Job summary

Ryder System, Inc. is seeking a Continuous Improvement Engineer to apply data-driven CI methods to transport operations across our network. You will lead process improvement, coach teams in lean tools, and manage CI projects from concept to sustainment, partnering with operations management.

The role emphasizes data analysis, value stream mapping, Kaizen events, and delivering measurable gains in safety, quality, delivery, and cost. Travel is limited to-site as required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Business, Supply Chain Management, or related field.
• 5+ years in Transportation or Supply Chain Industry.
• Transportation Experience: Transportation Management, Dedicated, FTL, LTL.
• Microsoft Office Suite expertise (Access, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio).
• Data visualization (PowerBI, Tableau) and SQL/DAX is preferred.
• Lean/PDCA, Value Stream Mapping, Kaizen, 5S a plus.
• Core engineering/data analysis functions (slotting, labor planning, layouts).
• Knowledge of Dedicated Services and Managed Transportation Networks; various design tools.

Responsibilities

• Collects data and performs statistical analysis; maps and documents processes.
• Manages CI and engineering projects to improve business results.
• Develops and demonstrates competency in lean tools; coaches teams.
• Facilitates Value Stream Maps and Kaizen Events; coaches on lean methods.
• Provides regular data-driven progress reports and strategic recommendations.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Relationship building

Flexibility

Multi-tasking

System change implementation

Team leadership

Cross-functional CI projects

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Business, Supply Chain Management, or related field

Tools

PowerBI

Tableau

SQL

Excel

Visio

Job description

Ryder System, Inc. is seeking a Continuous Improvement Engineer to apply data-driven CI methods to transport operations across our network. You will lead process improvement, coach teams in lean tools, and manage CI projects from concept to sustainment, partnering with operations management.

The role emphasizes data analysis, value stream mapping, Kaizen events, and delivering measurable gains in safety, quality, delivery, and cost. Travel is limited to-site as required.