FMO Supervisor Trainee Program

TTX Company • Chicago, IL

6d • $80,000 - $95,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

This program is designed to train individuals for frontline supervisory roles within railcar repair operations. The program includes structured training in safety, railcar repair standards, operational processes, and leadership fundamentals. Trainees will gain working knowledge of railcar inspection, maintenance, and repair, support daily shop operations, and learn basic supervisory practices. The role involves promoting safe work practices, assisting with resource monitoring, and developing the ability to supervise represented employees.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in business, operations management, engineering, industrial technology, supply chain, transportation, logistics, or a related field preferred.
• Early career experience through internships, co-ops, campus leadership, military experience, operations exposure, or related hands-on work experience preferred.
• Demonstrated interest in developing into a frontline supervisory role within railcar repair, transportation, manufacturing, maintenance, or industrial operations.
• Strong commitment to safety, learning, accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
• Effective communication, problem-solving, organization, and leadership potential.

Responsibilities

• Participate in structured training focused on safety, railcar repair standards, operational processes, leadership fundamentals, and applicable company policies.
• Develop working knowledge of railcar inspection, maintenance, and repair activities, including applicable AAR, FRA, and company standards.
• Support daily shop operations, including workflow coordination, production tracking, quality expectations, and communication of operational priorities.
• Promote and reinforce safe work practices while supporting compliance with safety procedures, regulatory requirements, and company expectations.
• Learn and apply basic supervisory practices, including coaching, communication, performance follow-up, employee engagement, and conflict resolution.
• Assist with monitoring labor, materials, staffing coverage, and operating resources to support efficient and effective repair operations.
• Develop the ability to supervise represented employees in accordance with applicable collective bargaining agreements and company policies.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• Health benefits
• Dental benefits
• Vision benefits
• 401(k) with company match

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level