Warehouse Senior Industrial Engineer (remote Chicago)

Ryder System, Inc.; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Ryder System, Inc. is seeking a Continuous Improvement Engineer in Chicago, IL to apply data-driven CI, engineering, and automation to improve safety, quality, delivery, and cost. You will lead Kaizen events, map processes, and drive cross-functional projects across warehouse and transportation operations.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in warehousing, transportation, or manufacturing with strong PowerBI/Tableau, SQL, and Excel skills and a passion for process optimization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or Supply Chain and 5+ years in warehousing, transportation, or manufacturing.
• 5+ years in related work experience in Warehousing & Transportation or Manufacturing.
• Proficient in MS Office (Access, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio) and data visualization (PowerBI, Tableau).
• Experience with SQL, DAX, and data-drivenContinuous improvement methods.

Responsibilities

• Collects data and performs statistical analysis to drive CI initiatives.
• Maps processes and identifies gaps for improvement.
• Develops and executes continuous improvement plans aligned with site goals.
• Leads CI projects and Kaizen events to improve safety, quality, delivery, and cost.
• Supports go-live, certifications, and automation projects.
• Interacts with operations management and customers regularly.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Team leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Multi-tasking

Time management

Independence

Process improvement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Business/Supply Chain

Master's in Industrial Engineering/Business Administration/Supply Chain

Tools

PowerBI

Tableau

SQL

DAX

Excel

Access

Visio

PowerPoint

Job description

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Summary

This position supports the Ryder Continuous Improvement culture across the operation by actively applying continuous improvement methods to support new and existing operations. The Engineer will identify and drive change within the operation through data driven CI, Engineering, and Automation efforts to deliver higher levels of performance in safety, quality, delivery, and cost. Effectively leverage data analytics, engineering methodologies, and advanced lean tools to enable root cause identification and elimination. This position will interface with employees at all levels and functions across the operation. This position reports to the Lead Engineer, CI Manager or Sr. CI Manager and is closely aligned with Operations Management.

Essential Functions

• Collects data and performs statistical analysis.
• Maps and documents processes.
• Independently identifies process gaps; recommends and implements process improvement.
• Develop and manage 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 go-live and steady state certifications.
• Identify and support Automation projects.
• Regularly interacts with operations management and/or customer(s).
• Develop and demonstrate competency in wide range of engineering methods, Lean tools, and quality standards and coaches employees 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 distribution and/or 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 Inventory and/or Supply Chain strategy recommendations.

Additional Responsibilities

• Design, implement, monitor and maintain the QMS based on established company and/or industry standards.
• Implement and monitor a standardized corrective action system.
• Support regulatory compliance and certification requirements.
• Perform all functions related to Quality Assurance for a start-up or expansion.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills and Abilities

• Effective interpersonal skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to create and maintain professional relationships within all levels of the organization (peers, work groups, customers, supervisors).
• Flexibility to operate and self-driven to excel in a fast-paced environment.
• Capable of multi-tasking, highly organized, with excellent time management skills.
• System and change implementation skills.
• Ability to work independently and as a leader or member of a team.
• Ability to manage cross-functional CI projects from beginning to sustained results.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in (Engineering, Business, Supply Chain) and five (5) years or more related work experience in the Warehousing, Transportation, or Manufacturing industry required; or Master’s degree (Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, or Supply Chain Management) and three (3) year related experience; if MBA, then undergraduate degree in Engineering.
• 5 years or more in related work experience in the Warehousing & Transportation and/or Manufacturing industry.
• Microsoft Office Suite skills with emphasis on Access, Excel and PowerPoint & Visio.
• Expert, Data visualization (PowerBI, Tableau, etc.) and database programming (SQL, DAX,etc.) Intermediate.

Preferred Functional Experience

• Leader Standard Work, Visual Management Systems and Management Accountability Systems, Plan-Do-Check-Act (PDCA), Value Stream Mapping, Kaizen, 5S/Workplace Organization.

Preferred Knowledge

• Warehouse design tools such as CAD (e.g. AutoCAD); slotting (e.g. Slot3D), Predetermined Motion and Time Systems and methods (e.g. MOST); Warehouse Management Systems (e.g. Manhattan Scale), and Labor Mgt. Systems.
• Knowledge of Warehouse Management operations, data analytics, Industrial Engineering, warehouse types (ambient, temp control), warehouse layout/ design and Lean methods.
• Knowledge of material handling solutions and automation types such as: powered industrial truck (PIT) applications; racking and other storage solution designs, packaging equipment; conveyor and sortation equipment; and other automation solutions (e.g. AS/RS).
• 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, Transportation Management Systems ie; JDA, OTM, Mapping Software ie; Tableau.

Preferred Certifications

• Lean Six Sigma, cPMP, ISO/QMS and American Production Inventory Control Society (APICS) and/or Supply Chain Logistics Certification.

Travel

• Preferred.

Our Culture & Commitment

At Ryder, you’re trusted to make an impact—while enjoying room to grow and having a voice that’s heard. Our culture is built on respect, collaboration, and shared pride in doing great work rooted in innovation and safety. Your Voice. Your Success. The Future We Build Together.

Compensation Information

The compensation offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s relevant experience; education, including relevant degrees or certifications; work location; market data/ranges; internal equity; internal salary ranges; etc. The position may also be eligible to receive an annual bonus, commission, and/or long-term incentive plan based on the level and/or type. Compensation ranges for the position are below:

Pay Type: Salaried

Minimum Pay Range: 100000

Maximum Pay Range: 110000

Benefits Information

• medical, prescription, dental, vision, life insurance and disability insurance options
• paid time off for vacation, illness, bereavement, family and parental leave, and a tax-advantaged 401(k) retirement savings plan.
• Ryder is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free workplace
• All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.

Additional Information

Ryder Pay Transparency Policy. Philadelphia Fair Criminal Records Screening Standards Washington State Fair Chance Act

Important Note

Some positions require additional screening that may include employment and education verification; motor vehicle records check and a road test; and/or badging or background requirements of the customer to which you are assigned.