Supervisor, Operations - Rail

Description

Our Core values define our culture and create an environment where everyone has the opportunity to succeed. Our core values are: 

SAFETY - The safety of our employees, customers and our communities is at the forefront of everything we do.

VERIFICATION PROCESS - Verification that all drivers are at the correct Rail Car before loading.

PERFECTION - We relentlessly strive for perfection, to provide unmatched quality services and constantly raising the bar on our performance.

SUSTAINABILITY - We are stewards of the environment, committed to protecting our natural resources and reducing waste.

RESPECT - We treat all people with dignity and value the collective power of teamwork.

ENTREPRENEURSHIP - We are scrappy, bold and never satisfied with the status quo.

Job summary

The Rail Yard Supervisor is responsible to the Operations Managers to efficiently control productivity through direct supervision of Rail Yard/Container Yard & Bulk Loading in the Distribution Center

Summary of essential job functions

This job includes the following duties and any other as assigned by current manager:

• To ensure Total Customer Satisfaction
• Ensure all safety rules and regulations are continually observed and followed. Responsible for continued safety inspections and awareness.
• Supervise the receiving, shipping, and miscellaneous work to be performed for assigned customers.
• Schedule the work while in process, taking responsibility for quality and efficiency.
• Train and cross-train all labor associates in all yard functions.
• Assist with the applicant interviewing process.
• Communicate company policies, procedures, and methods to associates as required.
• Maintain Quantix standards of housekeeping in all assigned work areas.  
• Investigate any unsafe or unsanitary conditions and initiate corrective action immediately.
• Maintain security discipline; ensure daily check of the facility when closing.
• Conduct performance reviews for subordinates and conduct communication sessions for labor associates.
• Responsible for any other duties or tasks as assigned by Management and to take direction from Management. 

Requirements

Minimum requirements

• High School Degree or Associates preferred. 
• Knowledge of all aspects of product handling processes & equipment
• Knowledge of safe working practices in an industrial area
• Extreme Mechanical aptitude is needed to monitor work processes for safety / production & preventative maintenance.
• Must be skilled in Excel, WORD and Outlook.
• Should have all certifications internally of training on equipment managed. (i.e., CDL Driver's License, Rail Operations training, Container Lift Training, Confined Space Entry, etc.)

Abilities required

These physical demands are representative of the physical requirements necessary for an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation can be made to enable people with disabilities to perform the described essential job functions.

While performing the responsibilities, the employee is required to talk and hear. The employee is often required to sit and use their hands and fingers, to handle or feel and to manipulate keys on a keyboard. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, reach with arms and hands, climb or balance, and to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. Vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.