Rail Network Supervisor

Precision Vehicle Holdings • Wayne, MI

22h • Onsite

About The Position

At Precision Vehicle Holdings, we're a dedicated team of professionals with extensive experience in the processing of new vehicles. Our core strength lies in industry-leading software and systems that optimize every aspect of new vehicle processing. With a focus on efficiency and cutting-edge technology, we're committed to delivering excellence to our clients. Our team, comprised of logistics experts and automotive industry veterans, is passionate about crafting customized solutions to meet our clients' needs. Together, we empower leading automakers to thrive in today's fast-paced industry.

We’re committed to fostering a culture of safety, compliance, and excellence. We're looking for team members who prioritize safety by adhering to company policies, regulations, and applicable laws while embracing our core values. As part of our team, you'll play a crucial role in maintaining a safe and positive work environment by consistently following safety rules, operating guidelines, and procedures. Your commitment to continuous improvement will contribute to enhancing safety, efficiency, and overall workplace satisfaction. Join us in creating a workplace where every employee's well-being is paramount, and together, let's strive for excellence.

As a Precision Vehicle Holdings company, Precision Vehicle Logistics was originally created in 2014. Precision Vehicle Logistics is focused on yard management working in partnership with labor unions. PVL offers a full range of vehicle processing services for origin facilities, destination ramps, and ports – including rail loading and unloading.

Working Location: Wayne, Michigan - Michigan Assembly Plant

What You’ll Do
As a key member of the Operations team, you will play a crucial role in ensuring operational excellence and upholding safety standards, with a strong focus on promoting a positive work culture. Success in this role will require exceptional interpersonal skills and proficiency in problem-solving. As a Rail Network Supervisor, you’ll be responsible for:

Requirements

• 1-3 years of supervisory experience.
• Strong interpersonal skills, including active listening, effective verbal and written communication, negotiation, coaching, and conflict resolution.
• Ability to effectively motivate team members.
• Proficient in interpreting and administering Collective Bargaining Agreements.
• Computer proficiency essential, particularly in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Proficiency in logical reasoning, applying general principles to specific issues, and generating sensible solutions.
• Demonstrated capability to motivate, develop, train, and supervise individuals, ensuring optimal task allocation.
• Strong aptitude for effective time management.
• Must hold a current, valid driver’s license and maintain a clean driving record.
• Ability to pass drug screening and criminal background check.

Responsibilities

• Effectively communicating and clarifying job tasks to team members.
• Selecting vehicles for loading based on defined criteria.
• Ensuring quality handling and distribution of new vehicles post-production.
• Utilizing software to control vehicles in holding lots/facilities.
• Scanning and assigning vehicles to railcars using software procedures.
• Conducting and documenting damage inspections.
• Ensuring the crew scans and receives inbound vehicles into inventory.
• Supervising the crew in loading, securing, and unloading vehicles to and from train railcars for transport and quality handling in accordance with both AAR and Customer standards.
• Conducting ongoing assessments of work in progress to detect and rectify deficiencies, including measures for damage and loss prevention. Perform a final review upon completion to ensure adherence to AAR, Customer, and Company standards for quality, efficiency, and compliance.
• Performing regular inspections of rail cars to uphold standards in accordance with company guidelines.
• Daily inspections of work areas to identify and address any safety hazards promptly, taking necessary corrective measures and report hazards to the relevant department or manager as per protocol.
• Allocating responsibilities to optimize resource utilization, including manpower, equipment, and supplies.
• Ensuring excellent service for employees, customers, and visitors by addressing inquiries or directing them to the appropriate personnel based on their needs.
• Providing accurate and timely responses to employee inquiries regarding payroll, benefits, and related matters.
• Coordinating activities with other supervisory personnel and different departments to streamline operations.
• Maintaining and securely storing all personnel records in compliance with company policies, as well as local, state, and federal regulations.
• Collaborating with site operations and People Services to identify, correct, and enhance employee-related processes, aligning with site and organizational objectives.
• Participating in personnel functions, including training sessions and conducting investigations when necessary.
• Flexibility to adapt to various tasks and duties to support operational needs.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefit plans covering medical, dental, vision, life, and disability
• Competitive compensation
• 401k matching
• Flexible paid time off
• Employee discounts

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed