Industrial Engineering Director

4 days ago

Irving, Texas, United States Forward Air Full time

Job Summary:

Forward Air is seeking a seasoned professional to lead the optimization of our ground operations. As an Industrial Engineering Director, you will be responsible for establishing labor standards, improving operational efficiencies, and introducing LEAN practices across multiple business units.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and implement labor standards and processes for loading and unloading trailers and cross-dock movement of freight
  • Measure employees against standards and drive continuous improvement of labor productivity
  • Lead cross-functional projects with warehouse, data, and dev teams to support the growth of Forward's operations
  • Create and propose layouts for distribution center expansion and relocation
  • Use data and analytics to influence Operations Management on specific changes that improve labor productivity and performance
  • Implement changes that optimize labor loading and scheduling
  • Use data, analytics, and simulation to identify dock layout and process flow improvements
  • Identify opportunities to use systems and automation to improve terminal operations and efficiencies
  • Lead the introduction and implementation of LEAN principles across terminals
  • Lead the implementation of new processes, practices, and procedures
  • Review products, processes, and systems to ensure continuous improvement for all ground operations
  • Provide leadership oversight on all operations, systems, and technology
  • Develop, train, and motivate a team to reach business unit goals
  • Focus on employee development: organic growth through cross-training
  • Responsible for working with senior management on new business development initiatives

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Engineering from an accredited university; MSIE a plus
  • Minimum of 5 years' experience as an Industrial Engineer, establishing labor standards, improving operational efficiencies, and initiating and leading process improvements
  • Experience successfully implementing LEAN principles in an operations organization
  • Experience supporting multiple locations
  • Experience using data, statistical tools, and statistical software to identify high-impact process improvements and measure their effect
  • Strong systems skills and advanced knowledge of at least one computer simulation product, graphical flow chart programs, and MS Office applications
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Demonstrated ability to build credibility with operations management and influence acceptance and support of change initiatives
  • Demonstrated ability to work cross-functionally and collaborate with multiple stakeholders in Operations, IT, HR, and Finance
  • Ability to travel
  • Ability to work in SQL
  • Data base management experience
  • Flexible work hours as needed

Preferred Skills:

  • Strong culture leadership
  • Database management experience
  • Code writing
  • High-level Microsoft Excel Skills
  • Knowledge of Tableau and Microsoft Power BI
  • Ideal candidate will possess a 'can do' attitude with a 'will do' work ethic
  • Must have the ability to work in a fast-paced environment
  • Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of operations
  • Strong team player that thrives in a fast-paced environment
  • General computer skills - Microsoft Office, Outlook, AS400
  • Excellent communication and problem-solving skills

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