Continuous Improvement Engineer

At TA Services, we dont just move freight we move business forward. Since 1986, weve been delivering peak performance for our customers through our Freight Brokerages, Managed Transportation, Warehousing & Fulfillment, Mills Services, and Cross-Border Logistics.

What sets us apart? Our people! At TA, culture isnt an afterthought its a competitive advantage. Were intentional about building a workplace where youre supported, challenged, and equipped to grow. From day one, youll get the tools, training, and trust to unlock your full potential.

We believe when the right people live the right values, theres no limit to what we can achieve. If youre driven, collaborative, and ready to win, youll fit right in.

Heres what drives us:

People First We lead with care, connection, and respect.
Service Our customers, carrier partners, and team members deserve nothing less than excellence.
Safety Built into every move we make.
Results High standards. Real outcomes.
Innovation We push boundaries and never settle.

Sound like the kind of team you want to be part of? Lets take a closer look at the role

Hours

• Full-Time, Exempt (Salary Weekly Pay)

Key Responsibilities

• Drive Continuous Improvement Initiatives Lead warehouse-wide deployment of Lean methodologies including 5S, Kaizen, A3, Standard Work, Value Stream Mapping (VSM), problem solving, and layout optimization.
• Develop Engineered Standards & KPIs Create measurable performance standards, establish operational KPIs, and rigorously deploy metrics to drive accountability and improvement.
• Project Management & Process Optimization Identify improvement opportunities, coordinate resources, and manage projects to deliver measurable cost savings and operational efficiencies.
• Engineering & Systems Solutions Provide solutions for warehouse processes, facility layouts, material handling equipment, and WMS systems (Oracle, ASC Trac, HighJump) based on activity levels and product flow.
• Safety & Compliance Leadership Serve as site safety representative with corporate guidance, oversee safety reporting, maintain SOPs, and support ISO certification efforts.

Work Environment

• This position operates in a warehouse environment with forklift traffic present throughout the facility. Temperatures may vary and can be hot or cold depending on climate conditions.
• Physical requirements include standing, walking, climbing stairs, stooping, and occasionally lifting up to 25 pounds.

Education

• Bachelors Degree in Engineering or related field required
• Six Sigma knowledge preferred

Experience

• 13 years of experience in an Engineering or Continuous Improvement role preferred
• Strong mathematical and analytical skills
• Experience developing KPIs and engineered labor standards
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Access, Power BI, PowerPoint, Word)
• Knowledge of SQL, Oracle, DAX, or C++ preferred
• Experience with Warehouse Management Systems (Oracle, ASC Trac, HighJump)
• Familiarity with material handling equipment selection and facility layout planning
• Background in safety reporting and compliance preferred

Personality Traits

• Strong problem-solver with high attention to detail
• Excellent communicator across all organizational levels
• High stress tolerance and adaptability in fast-paced environments
• Collaborative and cross-functional team player
• Results-driven with strong organizational skills
• Flexible and available to support varied schedules

Pay / Benefits / Perks

• Annual Salary: Competitive, based on experience
• Accrue up to five (5) days PTO in first year
• Two (2) weeks vacation, plus one (1) week PTO accrued on first anniversary
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Disability coverage
• Additional benefits include Doc-On-Demand, Tuition Reimbursement, Paid Volunteer Day, and Employee Assistance Program

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.