Ryder - Augusta, ME
posted 2 months ago
The Warehouse Senior Industrial Engineer position at Ryder System is a pivotal role that supports the company's Continuous Improvement culture across various operations. This position is designed for individuals who are passionate about applying continuous improvement methods to enhance both new and existing operations. The engineer will be responsible for identifying and driving change within the operation through data-driven continuous improvement (CI), engineering, and automation efforts. The ultimate goal is to achieve higher performance levels in safety, quality, delivery, and cost. This role requires effective use of data analytics, engineering methodologies, and advanced lean tools to facilitate root cause identification and elimination, ensuring that operations run smoothly and efficiently. In this role, the engineer will collect data and perform statistical analyses, mapping and documenting processes to identify gaps and recommend improvements. A thorough and effective continuous improvement plan will be developed and managed to drive value for customers, focusing on key business metrics such as safety, quality, delivery, cost, and employee development. The engineer will also manage and complete CI and steady-state engineering projects that lead to improved business results, providing input and recommendations on future CI initiatives. Regular interaction with operations management and customers is expected, ensuring that the engineer is aligned with the operational goals and objectives. The position also involves developing and demonstrating competency in a wide range of engineering methods, lean tools, and quality standards. The engineer will coach employees in the use and implementation of CI, Quality Assurance, and Lean principles, applying various engineering methodologies and tools to improve distribution and transportation operations. Effective facilitation of Value Stream Maps and Kaizen Events is crucial, as is the ability to provide regular reports on data and actions to measure progress against site objectives. The engineer will also make recommendations regarding inventory and supply chain strategies, ensuring that the operations are optimized for efficiency and effectiveness.