Warehouse Improvement Engineer — Lean & Data-Driven

Ryder System, Inc.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

Job summary

Ryder System, Inc. seeks a results-oriented professional to drive continuous improvement in our warehouse operations in Chicago. You will apply data-driven engineering to boost safety, quality, delivery, and cost while leading automation projects.

The role requires a strong background in statistics, process mapping, and Lean/TPS principles, with 3+ years in the field or a Master’s with 1+ year. Proficiency in Excel, PowerBI, and SQL is essential.

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or Supply Chain with 3+ years of experience, or a Master's degree with 1+ year of experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, data visualization tools, and knowledge of Lean/TPS principles is required.

Responsibilities

• Apply continuous improvement methods and data-driven engineering to optimize warehouse performance in safety, quality, delivery, and cost.
• Perform statistical analysis and map processes to drive efficiency.
• Manage automation and engineering projects within the warehouse.

Skills

Continuous Improvement

Data Analytics

Lean Tools

Statistical Analysis

Process Mapping

Root Cause Analysis

Project Management

Warehouse Design

Labor Standards

Value Stream Mapping

Kaizen

Change Management

Microsoft Excel

PowerBI

SQL

AutoCAD

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or Supply Chain

Master's degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PowerBI

SQL

AutoCAD

Job description

Ryder System, Inc. seeks a results-oriented professional to drive continuous improvement in our warehouse operations in Chicago. You will apply data-driven engineering to boost safety, quality, delivery, and cost while leading automation projects.

The role requires a strong background in statistics, process mapping, and Lean/TPS principles, with 3+ years in the field or a Master’s with 1+ year. Proficiency in Excel, PowerBI, and SQL is essential.