Rail Ramp Supervisor

Job Title:

Rail Ramp Supervisor

Department:

Production & Skilled Trades

Country:

United States of America

State/Province:

New York

City:

Mechanicville

Full/Part Time:

Full time

Job Summary:

Under general direction, this position oversees and prioritizes all aspects of a rail location's day to day planning and organizing to ensure organizational needs are met. The incumbent will perform, maintain, and report to leadership on rail ramp audits, inventory counts, equipment checks, and budget management. The position will perform multiple personnel management tasks for a small team including but not limited to staffing, performance management, annual reviews, and time and attendance. This position has the possibility to work outdoors, in the elements, or across multiple shifts including nights and/or weekends in addition to overtime; it requires full-time attendance.   

Job Description:

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure work shifts begin on schedule and assign work to technicians to maintain an orderly and efficient workflow that meets internal customer deadlines

• Other duties as assigned

• Perform multiple personnel management tasks including but not limited to staffing, performance management, annual reviews, and time and attendance

• Maintain the company's safety culture by promoting a safe work environment in compliance with federal and state regulations

• Coordinate with corporate support teams and outside vendors to ensure proper repairs are completed and costs are controlled

• Monitor work in progress of employees to ensure it is performed safely, correctly, and meets standard repair times; review and close repair orders; perform quality inspections on completed work

• Conduct daily cycle counts and periodic inventories as required

• Regularly audit all assigned facilities for compliance with OSHA, EPA, local, federal, and/or company regulations to ensure all required safety and OSHA programs are in place and personnel training is current; report findings to rail yard management utilizing internal systems

Shifts may vary based upon location and business needs.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualification:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent with 2-3 years of related experience and 1-2 years of direct or indirect management experience; posses a valid driver's license with a clean motor vehicle record as per JBH standards. Preferred Qualification: Ability to act professionally

• Ability to communicate (written and verbal) effectively

• Ability to document information and make quick decisions

• Ability to fulfill physical requirements (lift/move appliance up to 50 pounds)

• Ability to wear appropriate work attire (protective gear/PPE)

• Ability to work both individually and as a team

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

• Ability to work with minimal direction

• Accuracy and attention to detail

• Make sound financial decisions

• Proficient computer skills

• Proficient time management skills

• May travel up to 50%.

The expected starting pay range for this position is between $84,600 - $105,800.

Don’t let distance keep you from becoming a part of our team! Relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates located outside a 50-mile radius of the job.

This position is not eligible for employment-based sponsorship.

Compensation:

Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include skills, education, experience, geography, and other qualifications of the successful candidate.  This position may be eligible for annual bonus and incentives based on profitability or volumes in accordance with the terms of the Company’s bonus and incentive plans, as applicable and in effect from time to time.

Benefits:

The Company offers the following benefits for full-time positions, subject to applicable eligibility requirements, as may be in effect from time to time: medical benefit, dental benefit, vision benefit, 401(k) retirement plan, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability coverage, paid time off commensurate with tenure (includes vacation and sick time), six weeks of paid maternity leave along with two weeks of paid parental leave, and six paid holidays annually.

Education:

GED (Required), High School (Required)

Work Experience:

Facilities Management, Maintenance, Management-Entry Level, Safety, Transportation/Logistics

Job Opening ID:

00614596 Rail Ramp Supervisor (Open)

“This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification.  It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.”

J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc. is committed to basing employment decisions on the principles of equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, persons with disabilities, protected veterans or other bases by applicable law.