Manager Production
About The Position
Join CPKC, North America’s first transnational railroad connecting U.S. Canada and Mexico, where your career drives progress and safety is paramount. We connect communities, fuel economic growth, and provide meaningful work in a culture that values diversity, accountability, and pride. With opportunities for training, development, and advancement, you’re not just building a career—you’re part of something bigger. Together, we move goods, connect people, and create lasting change. Your future starts here. PURPOSE OF THE POSITION: Are you ready to shape the future of rail transportation? Lead a skilled team that works on track construction projects, while driving safety, service, and productivity. Railway experience is preferred but 5+ years in thermite or flash butt welding is also ideal. A solid understanding of collective bargaining agreements (CBA) is essential for managing workflows effectively, and candidates with experience in construction or manufacturing management are encouraged to apply.
Requirements
- High school diploma or general equivalency
- Valid driver’s license
- Minimum of 2 years’ track experience
- 100% travel (expenses are covered by CPKC), with a territory that spans from St. Paul, MN to Bensenville, IL
- Capability to lead a project plan/schedule
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage and inspire teams to achieve goals
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
Nice To Haves
- Railway experience is preferred
- 5+ years in thermite or flash butt welding is also ideal
- Solid understanding of collective bargaining agreements (CBA)
- Experience in construction or manufacturing management
Responsibilities
- Mentor an average of 12 direct reports to improve their efficiency and holding accountability when needed
- Review planned capital work, confirms material, and execution requirements
- Ensure CPKC regulatory compliance for respective track projects
- Develop and implement work processes and changes with your team that achieve continuous improvement
- Promote and ensure adherence to CPKC policies, safety practices, and procedures across all team members and direct reports, fostering a culture of safety and accountability
- Evaluate planned capital work, validate material readiness, and confirm execution strategies to ensure seamless project delivery and alignment with organizational objectives
Benefits
- Flexible and competitive benefits package
- Competitive company pension and/or retirement plans
- Employee share purchase plan
- Performance incentive plan
- Annual fitness subsidy
- Part-time studies program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
High school or GED
