Rail Operations Supervisor
About The Position
The Rail Operations Supervisor leads daily rail operations at the Canton Vehicle Processing Center in Canton, Mississippi. The role oversees railcar preparation, maintenance, and vehicle loading to ensure safe and efficient operations that meet customer requirements, quality standards, and shipping schedules. The supervisor leads approximately 35 employees and drives safety, operational performance, employee development, and continuous improvement. The position requires a hands-on leader who prioritizes safety, builds strong teams, communicates effectively, holds employees accountable, and seeks ways to improve operational performance. Working conditions vary by location and may include indoor and outdoor settings, extreme temperatures, wetness, wind, fumes, dust particles, and drafts. The company emphasizes a safety-first environment and taking precautions to protect employees.
Requirements
- Demonstrated frontline supervisory or management experience in rail, automotive processing, logistics, manufacturing, or a related operation.
- Working knowledge of railcar loading and securement requirements, rail safety controls, inspections, and equipment maintenance; ability to learn and apply current AAR, railroad, customer, and WW procedures.
- Ability to lead a diverse workforce, coach employees, resolve problems, enforce standards consistently, and communicate effectively across departments and shifts.
- Ability to plan labor, manage inventory and costs, interpret performance data, and drive practical process improvements.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Word, and Teams, and ability to use company reporting, inventory, and timekeeping systems.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
- Availability to support operating schedules, including shift changes, overtime, and weekends as business needs require.
Nice To Haves
- Direct railcar preparation, maintenance, or loading experience is strongly preferred.
- Additional education in operations, logistics, or a related field is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Lead daily rail operations, including railcar preparation, maintenance, and vehicle loading activities.
- Promote a strong safety culture through coaching, observations, investigations, and compliance with safety requirements.
- Plan staffing and work assignments to meet production and shipping schedules.
- Ensure railcars are properly inspected, maintained, and prepared for loading.
- Monitor operational performance, quality, productivity, and equipment readiness.
- Lead, coach, and develop employees through training, performance feedback, and accountability.
- Manage attendance, scheduling, overtime, and workforce planning.
- Partner with cross-functional teams to support customer commitments and operational goals.
- Maintain inventory of rail-loading materials, tools, and related supplies.
- Identify and implement process improvements to enhance safety, quality, and efficiency.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
- Company-matching 401(k) plan.
- Company-paid life insurance.
- Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
- On-the-job training and career development access.
- Employee discounts on attractions, automotive, travel, and more.
- Annual merit-based salary adjustments.
- Some roles may offer an additional annual bonus.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
High school or GED
