Warehouse Senior Industrial Engineer - Ryder Last Mile (remote)

Ryder System, Inc.; Jackson (MS); Remote; USD 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Warehouse Senior Industrial Engineer to drive continuous improvement initiatives. This exciting role involves optimizing operations through data-driven engineering and automation strategies, enhancing safety, quality, and cost performance. You will collaborate with teams across all levels, utilizing lean tools and engineering methods to implement impactful changes. If you thrive in fast-paced environments and have a passion for operational excellence, this position offers a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact.

Benefits

Comprehensive health benefits

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant experience in engineering or supply chain.
• Expertise in lean systems and engineering methods preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collect and analyze data to recommend process improvements.
• Manage CI and engineering projects to enhance operational performance.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Time Management

Data Visualization (PowerBI, Tableau)

SQL/DAX

Lean Principles

Engineering Methods

Education

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

Master’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Warehouse Design Tools

Automation Solutions

Lean Six Sigma Certification

PMP Certification

Job description

Warehouse Senior Industrial Engineer - Ryder Last Mile (remote)

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Job Summary

This position supports Ryder's Continuous Improvement culture by applying continuous improvement methods to optimize operations. The engineer will identify and implement data-driven CI, engineering, and automation initiatives to enhance safety, quality, delivery, and cost performance. The role involves interfacing with employees at all levels and reports to the Lead Engineer, CI Manager, or Sr. CI Manager, closely aligning with Operations Management.

Essential Functions

1. Collect and analyze data; map and document processes; identify gaps; recommend and implement improvements; develop and execute continuous improvement plans to enhance key metrics.
2. Manage CI and engineering projects; support certifications; identify automation opportunities; collaborate with operations management and customers.
3. Develop expertise in engineering methods, lean tools, and quality standards; coach employees in CI, QA, and Lean principles; utilize tools like product slotting, labor studies, layouts, data analysis, and resource modeling.
4. Facilitate and execute Value Stream Maps and Kaizen Events; coach process owners on lean methods for operational excellence.
5. Provide regular data reports; recommend inventory and supply chain strategies.

Additional Responsibilities

• Design and monitor QMS based on standards; implement corrective actions; support compliance and certifications; perform QA functions for startups or expansions; perform other duties as assigned.

Skills and Abilities

• Effective interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to build relationships across all organizational levels.
• Adaptability and self-drive in fast-paced environments.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Experience with system and change implementation.
• Ability to work independently and in teams; manage cross-functional projects.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Access, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio.
• Intermediate skills in data visualization tools (PowerBI, Tableau) and SQL/DAX.
• Knowledge of engineering and data analysis functions; experience with warehouse design tools and automation solutions is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or Supply Chain with 5+ years of relevant experience; or Master’s degree with 3+ years.
• Expertise in MS Office; intermediate in data visualization and database programming.
• Experience with lean systems, engineering methods, and warehouse design tools preferred.
• Knowledge of warehouse operations, automation, and transportation management systems preferred.
• Certifications like Lean Six Sigma, PMP, ISO/QMS are a plus.

Travel

None required.

Compensation Range

$90,000 - $100,000 annually, salaried.

Benefits

Comprehensive health, welfare benefits, paid time off, and 401(k) plan.

Equal Opportunity Employment

Ryder is an EOE and drug-free workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without discrimination.