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$90k–$101k/yr
Full-time
bachelor degree
Medical Insurance, Prescription Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance
Posted 43d ago
~40 hrs/week
Remote in United States
Responsibilities
Drive continuous improvement and automation efforts within transportation operations to enhance safety, quality, delivery, and cost. This involves performing statistical analysis, mapping processes, and coaching employees on Lean principles to achieve operational excellence.
Requirements
Requires a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or Supply Chain and at least 5 years of experience in the transportation or supply chain industry. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, data visualization tools, and Lean methodologies is essential.
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Job Description:
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. Coach employees in the use and implementation of CI, and Lean principles. Apply engineering methodologies/tools such as product slotting, studying labor standards (time studies), and optimization of flow, data profiling and analysis, and resource modeling to improve 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 Supply Chain strategy recommendations
Additional Responsibilities
Performs other duties as assigned
Skills and Abilities
Effective interpersonal skills , Required
Strong verbal and written communication skills Essential for influencing, reporting, and engaging diverse audiences. Ability to effectively present project outcomes to internal and external customers at all organizational levels, "telling the story" in a clear, concise, and compelling manner., Required
Ability to create and maintain professional relationships within all levels of the organization (peers, work groups, customers, supervisors). , Required
Flexibility to operate and self-driven to excel in a fast-paced environment , Required
Capable of multi-tasking, highly organized, with excellent time management skills , Required
System and change implementation skills, Required
Ability to work independently and as a leader or member of a team, Required
Ability to manage cross-functional CI projects from beginning to sustained results, Required
Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Business, Supply Chain Management, or related field, Required
5 years or more in related work experience in the Transportation or Supply Chain Industry, Required
Microsoft Office Suite skills with emphasis on Access, Excel and PowerPoint & Visio. Expert, Required
Data visualization (PowerBI, Tableau, etc.) and database programming (SQL, DAX,etc.) Intermediate, Preferred
Functional Experience in developing and managing: Leader Standard Work, Visual Management Systems and Management Accountability Systems, Plan-Do-Check-Act (PDCA), Value Stream Mapping, Kaizen, 5S/Workplace Organization Beginner, Required
Understanding and experience in core engineering and data analysis functions (slotting, utilization, labor planning, layouts, metrics, etc.) Intermediate, Required
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/Optilogic, Transportation Management Systems ie; JDA, OTM, Mapping Software ie; Tableau/Power BI. Intermediate, Preferred
Lean Methodology, Preferred
Supply Chain Logistics Certification, Preferred
Travel
No
Job Category
Continuous Improvement
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:
90000
Maximum Pay Range:
100500
Benefits Information:
For all Full-time positions only: Ryder offers comprehensive health and welfare benefits, to include medical, prescription, dental, vision, life insurance and disability insurance options, as well as paid time off for vacation, illness, bereavement, family and parental leave, and a tax-advantaged 401(k) retirement savings plan.
For more information about benefits, click here to download the comprehensive benefits summary.
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.
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.
Security Notice for Applicants:
Ryder will only communicate with an applicant directly from a [@ryder.com] email address and will never conduct an interview online through a chat type forum, messaging app (such as WhatsApp or Telegram), or via an online questionnaire. During an interview, Ryder will never ask for any form of payment or banking details and will never solicit personal information outside of the formal submitted application through www.ryder.com/careers.
Should you have any questions regarding the application process or to verify the legitimacy of an interview or Ryder representative, please contact Ryder at [email protected].
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Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage
Company size
10,001+ employees
Headquarters
Miami, FL
LinkedIn followers
46,775
Ryder is a FORTUNE 500® commercial fleet management, dedicated transportation, and supply chain solutions company. Ryder’s stock (NYSE:R) is a component of the Dow Jones Transportation Average and the Standard & Poor’s 500 Index. Ryder has been named among FORTUNE’s World’s Most Admired Companies, and has been recognized for its industry-leading practices in third-party logistics, environmentally-friendly fleet and supply chain solutions, and world-class safety and security programs. The Company is a proud member of the American Red Cross Disaster Responder Program, supporting national and local disaster preparedness and response efforts. For more information, visit www.ryder.com, and follow us on our Online Newsroom, Facebook, Twitter, Google+, and YouTube.
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Based on 1496 listings with disclosed salaries, most transportation jobs in Illinois pay between $60k–$138k per year. Individual offers vary with seniority, company size, and specialization.
How many Transportation jobs are open in Illinois right now?
There are currently 7,910 open transportation positions in Illinois listed on Clera. New openings are added daily as companies post roles.
Which companies are hiring for Transportation roles in Illinois?
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Are there remote or hybrid Transportation jobs in Illinois?
Yes — 412 of the 7910 open transportation positions offer remote or hybrid work (94 remote, 318 hybrid).
How do I apply for Transportation jobs in Illinois?
Each listing links directly to the employer's application page. Apply early — fresh listings get the most recruiter attention in the first two weeks.