Railcar Repair Operations Supervisor

Succession Planning for Railroads Investing in the Next Generation • Deming, NM

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for the entire cycle of operations, the quality of production, and the supervision and safety of all crew members at each worksite assigned. This includes ensuring quality repairs are made on a timely basis, effective communication with customers and stakeholders, and a proactive approach to safety by identifying risks and ensuring proper PPE utilization and team training. The role also focuses on ensuring quality work that complies with customer and regulatory requirements and maintaining quality documentation.

Requirements

• Experience in the railcar repair industry.
• Supervisory experience in a machine shop or manufacturing setting.
• Undergraduate degree, technical school degree, or equivalent experience.
• Basic competency with Word, Excel, Outlook.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to pass a Department of Transportation (DOT) physical.
• Ability to stand, hear, see, and talk for 8 to 10 hours.
• Ability to handle for 3 to 6 hours.
• Ability to walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach with hands and arms, stretch, and use fingers to feel for 3 to 6 hours.
• Ability to reach below the waist, twist, and feel for up to 2 hours.
• Ability to climb or balance up to 3 hours.
• Ability to sit up to 3 hours.
• Ability to lift car parts from 1-80 lbs. throughout the day (10-25 lbs. frequently; 25-50 lbs. regularly; over 50 lbs. occasionally).
• Ability to use wrenches weighing up to 10 lbs. to tighten bolts occasionally for 4 hours.
• Ability to pull 10-25 lbs. frequently; 25-50 lbs. regularly; over 50 lbs. occasionally.
• Ability to work in outdoor weather conditions, non-weather related hot or cold conditions in small spaces, areas with fumes and airborne particles, and worksites with mechanical vibrations, and loud, noisy machines and tools.
• Must use proper PPE and safety procedures.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of the Industry
• Leadership
• Fostering Teamwork
• Customer-Focused
• Quality-Focused
• Safety-Focused
• Priority-Setting
• Analytical Skills
• Anticipation of Problems
• Critical Thinking & Problem-Solving

Responsibilities

• Manage 2-20+ direct reports.
• Establish, prioritize and assign work schedules, work assignments, and performance expectations, holding the team accountable.
• Interact directly with railroad leadership to coordinate railcar locations and work activities.
• Oversee day-to-day compliance with safety procedures.
• Directly participate in completing railcar repairs as needed.
• Purchase supplies, tools, and safety equipment within budgetary guidelines.
• Review billing cards and submit bills to the central office using the computer system and Railcar Rx system.
• Create estimates for customers.
• Interview, hire, coach, and discipline employees with management support.
• Conduct performance appraisals and job-related training.
• Respond to FRA and AAR audits.
• Maintain a clean work environment, including shop, administrative space, and company vehicles.
• Oversee monthly maintenance of company vehicles.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Benefits

• We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: Associate degree