Dohrn Transfer is your complete Midwestern transportation partner. We offer less-than-truckload, truckload and value-added services throughout our 10-state service area. Our family operated company provides the attention and flexibility that only a regional carrier can, backed by excellence in service and powerful logistical tools. We are seeking a Full Time Industrial Engineer at our corporate office in Rock Island, IL.

Responsibilites include:

Lead engineering operations across multiple locations, facilities, or business units.
Establish engineering standards, policies, and best practices to ensure consistency, safety, and efficiency.
Provide strategic direction for infrastructure, equipment, systems, and asset life cycle management.
Partner with operations to minimize downtime and operational disruptions.
Ensure compliance with all applicable engineering, environmental, safety, and regulatory requirements.
Champion a culture of safety and operational risk awareness across engineering teams.
Drive continous improvement intitiatives.
Work to properly size, staff and equip terminals according to business levels
Seek the optimal layout and design for each terminal to ensure optimal dock flows
Maximize terminal assets and space to allow maximum capacity utilization at each terminal
Integrate diversity in the workplace, and into terminal operations, and perpetuate that vision
Support and drive Linehaul initiatives and changes
Support Audit processes and procedures
Support the sales team’s initiatives, and lead customer project start-ups
Mentor new Terminal Managers
Create and maintain succession plans for all operations
Implement a process oriented approach to operations and standardize processes for all terminals
Improve processes throughout the operation by eliminating waste
Look for new revenue streams for Dohrn and its customers by introducing new services
Operate each of your respective areas under 88% O.R.
Create yearly operations budgets as guidelines for managing costs at a regional and terminal level
Support Company Security and Safety initiatives• React to change productively and handle other essential tasks as assigned

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Engineering Required

Lean or Six Sigma experience preferred
Valid Driver License
Fluent command of the English language is required to communicate effectively with internal and external customers
High school degree required; bachelor degree preferred
Must possess excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
Previous experience in the LTL industry and/or practical experience as a Terminal Manager is preferred
Must completely understand all levels and issues of operating a terminal
Must be competent and proficient in Freight handling techniques and Microsoft Office Software products
Proven problem solving and analytical ability is essential

Working Conditions/Physical Demands

May be exposed to extreme hot or cold temperatures and dusty conditions in the dock environment
The office environment is generally favorable; Lighting and temperature are adequate, and there are minimal hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust, etc.
Visual Acuity including regular use of items including a computer screen or monitor
Manual dexterity is regularly required including fingering, grasping, and typing; manual dexterity includes repetitive motion of the wrists, hands, and fingers
Talking and hearing required to communicate with and listen to others to share or receive information; May be occasionally exposed to noise including telephone, office machinery, and conversations of others
Travel is required- may have to leave on Sunday to review our further out terminals
Must be able to accommodate a flexible work schedule

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Employee discount
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Referral program
Retirement plan
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

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