Continuous Improvement Engineer @ AxleHire, Inc. - Santa Fe Springs, CA
Job Overview
2 months ago
Continuous Improvement Engineer
AxleHire, Inc. - Santa Fe Springs, CA
AxleHire is an expedited urban last-mile delivery service, providing customers with a superior same and next day delivery experience. AxleHire leverages purpose-built modern technology and a gig driver fleet to drive transformative outcomes that catalyze customers’ brand growth. Logistics teams can now provide a differentiated delivery experience at a competitive cost, overcoming the limitations of legacy delivery providers. AxleHire operates in 16 of the 25 major U.S. metro urban areas across the U.S, enabling high-volume shippers to consistently cater to the rising needs and expectations of their customers.
The Industrial Engineer reports to the Head of Operations and is responsible for the following:
Axlehire is seeking a motivated and experienced Industrial Engineer to work within the Sortation Center in Santa Fe Springs, LA. They will be responsible for establishing lean manufacturing principles that will drive continuous improvement and operational excellence. They will oversee kaizen events, continuous improvement plans, project proposals and operational efficiency goals in order to support the objectives of the business.
Responsibilities
- Developing awareness and expertise of lean manufacturing concepts and tools at all levels to achieve or exceed safety, quality, cost and delivery goals
- Train and coach process owners in the use of lean and statistical tools, approaches, and techniques to create process management and measurement systems and develop an operational excellence mindset at the department level
- Create and lead a continuous improvement committee. Assist in improvement activities including training, mentoring, facilitating Kaizen events, Six Sigma projects, tool deployment, benchmarking, etc.
- Conduct Lean Six Sigma assessments and identify performance gaps as well as deploy 5S culture. Implement tools such as: visual factory, value stream mapping, standard work, work instructions, process capability and training best practices
- Deliver cost productivity improvements by managing projects focused on cost reduction
- Provide technical support to operations in the areas of equipment, layout, tools, fixtures, and machines to ensure low-cost/high-quality products and develop proposals to incorporate new technology where appropriate
- Travel may be required up to 10% of the time.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Engineering General
- 5+ years of experience within a continuous improvement function or in a manufacturing environment
- Excellent communication skills and comfortable with large audiences public speaking
- Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills
- A highly motivated individual that can work with minimal supervision
- Ability to lead cross-functional teams
- Strong time management skills
- Able to handle multiple and conflicting priorities
- Strong computer and software skills, able to utilize new technologies
- Green Belt or Black Belt Certification in LEAN Six Sigma (preferred but not required)
The targeted base salary range for this role is listed in the compensation section below. Actual salary may be above or below this range based on factors such as location, skills, and relevant experience. In addition, this position may include additional compensation in the form of bonus, equity, or commissions.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $100,000.00 - $130,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Experience level:
- 5 years
Schedule:
- Day shift
Work setting:
- In-person
Work Location: One location
Similar Jobs
Global Leadership Development Program Associate – Supply Chain Track
Advanced Sterilization Products
Irvine, CA
The Advanced Sterilization Products (ASP) Global Leadership Development Program (GLDP) is a 2-year program, consisting of 3 cross-functional rotations…
Director of Human Resources
NAPA Center
Los Angeles, CA
Position Overview: The Director of Human Resources is responsible for the full implementation of all human resources functions including payroll processing,…
Material Handler
Newell Brands
Victorville, CA
The Material Handler is responsible for effectively operating powered industrial equipment for the purpose of loading, unloading, moving, locating, relocating…
Fast-food General Manager
Newcomb & Associates LLC
Hemet, CA
We are a long-established national brand in LA County, Orange County, and the Inland Empire. Benefits: Comprehensive training program and career development…
Clinical Nurse/Registered Nurse
Professional Performance Development Group, Inc
Edwards AFB, CA
Qualifications: Master's Degree in Nursing Experience: 1 year in a nursing outpatient clinic or women's health License/Registration: Current, Full, active,…
Director of Lean/Six Sigma
ezone staffing LLC
Los Angeles, CA
Education, Certifications, Experience: Experience in the General Electric and Pratt/Whitney supply chain Minimum of a 4-year technical degree in science,…
Operations Planner
Syncreon
Perris, CA
Looking for a new opportunity? Excited to join a growing team? Apply in Perris, CA today! We work toward continuous growth and excellence as an organization…
San Diego, CA
About the role: You are part of a highly dynamic and innovative development team working on the latest technologies and in the exciting fast-growing property…
Environmental Health and Safety Manager
Statewide Safety Systems
Santa Ana, CA
Company Description AWP Safety is North America’s leading traffic control specialist. Our team of 6,500 professionals helps secure 2,000 work zones every day …
Professional Engineer (Civil/Structural) - Fontana, CA
Oldcastle Infrastructure
Fontana, CA
Job ID: 479860 Exempt Oldcastle Infrastructure™, a CRH company, is the leading provider of utility infrastructure solutions for the water, energy, and…
Field Marketing Representative
Polar Beverages
Los Angeles, CA
Overview: Representative at events for Polar products in the region Responsibilities: • Plan, identify, staff, and recap all events in region - Act as the…
Customer Service Representative (FT)
Carlton Forge Works
Downey, CA
With more than 120 operations and approximately 20,000 employees worldwide, Precision Castparts Corp. is the market leader in manufacturing large, complex…
Riverside, CA
Overview We are PepsiCo. We are the game changers, innovators, collaborators, and history makers. We are a diverse group, spread across 200 countries and…
Senior Hardware Engineer
SmartCover Systems
Escondido, CA
SmartCover™, is an award-winning technology company that designs, delivers and supports a line of innovative monitoring and analysis solutions to help our…
Human Resource Supervisor
VallartaSupermarkets
Los Angeles, CA
Position Summary: Opening in San Fernando Valley (not remote/hybrid) to cover District 1 (San Fernando, Sylmar, Valley Glenn, Canoga Park, Van Nuys, Burbank,…
CLINICAL NURSE I - MEDICAL-8TH FLOOR (ONCOL)
Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian
Newport Beach, CA
Salary Range: $43.4100 - $67.2500 /hour Do you thrive on building deep, ongoing relationships with your patients? Are you highly organized and passionate…
Retail Sales Manager
Ulta Beauty
Downey, CA
OVERVIEW Experience a place of energy, passion, and excitement. A place where the joy of discovery and uncommon artistry blend to create exhilarating buying…
Senior Software Engineer
SmartCover Systems
Escondido, CA
SmartCover™, is an award-winning technology company that designs, delivers and supports a line of innovative monitoring and analysis solutions to help our…
Assembly and Test Technician
SmartCover Systems
Escondido, CA
*About SmartCover:* SmartCover® (www.smartcoversystems.com) is a California-based pioneering technology solution provider serving the wastewater industry. We…
Industrial Engineer
VallartaSupermarkets
Sylmar, CA
Job description Title: Industrial Engineer Classification: Exempt Reports to: Vice President, Continuous Improvement Pay scale: 62,000- 68,000 - This…
General Manager- CA
MOD Pizza
Laguna Hills, CA
At MOD, everyone is free to be themselves and has an equal opportunity to pursue their hopes and dreams. We embrace individuality, support human growth, and…
Procurement Analytics and Process Manager
Motive Companies
Inglewood, CA
SCOPE The Procurement Analytics and Process Manager ensures that the Procurement team has the tools it needs to achieve best-in-class performance metric…
Director, Warranty Operations & Technical Assistance
Kia America, Inc.
Irvine, CA
At Kia, we’re creating award-winning products and redefining what value means in the automotive industry. It takes a special group of individuals to do what…
CQI Consultant
North American Client Services, Inc.
Los Angeles, CA
*Job description* *Registered Nurse – Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI)* North American Client Services, Inc. provides services to our skilled nursing…