Repair Supervisor

Description

• Set an example and conduct activities consistent with the core values of CFRS contributing to a positive environment for communication, empowerment, and continuous improvement.
• Plan, organize and supervise shift production in accordance with priority goals and availability of resources to ensure adequate and timely operational flow.
• Maintain an efficient work force by training, counseling and motivating direct reports.
• Participate in additional internal/external training, TBD by management.
• Wear PPE in appropriate areas
• Communicate work area status to site personnel to ensure consistent and efficient production flow.
• Supervise and direct a work force of between 1 to 50 employees in the mechanical servicing of railcar rolling stock in accordance with AAR standards, established quality control, engineering, safety and customer standards while complying with established repair schedules.
• This position interacts and coordinates with all other positions within the repair facilities and the Operations Manager.
• Ensure the appropriate applications of the following: labor time collection, quality standards, safety rules as well as other plant work rules as defined by the Company. If appropriate, initiate corrective action when necessary.
• Ensure that the workforce is managed, so that key performance measurements meet or exceed budgeted goals and standards, i.e., efficiency, margin, labor hours, delays, cross-over, etc.
• Lead all employees in the safety initiatives and adhere to all railcar safety procedures.
• Utilize technical experience, expertise and problem-solving abilities to achieve and maintain quality repairs.
• Assist in employee personnel matters including hiring, recognition, development, discipline, training and termination.
• Maintain an adequate quantity of all necessary material and supplies required to operate the repair facility in keeping with safety, quality, productivity, cost and economic earnings.
• Perform in-process quality inspections.
• Assist Operation Manager as needed.
• Coordinate reporting with all necessary personnel levels. Key functional groups include customers, engineers, estimators, supply vendors, material supervisors, and site management.
• Ensure that all required documents are completed accurately and on a timely basis.

Requirements

• Basic knowledge of finance and accounting (KPI’s, income statements, budgeting, margin, NOC, etc.).
• Basic AAR auditor training.
• 3 to 5 years’ experience in the rail repair industry
• Leadership Training 101
• Advanced knowledge of the Association of American Railroad Interchange Rules
• Understanding SDS's
• Strong knowledge of computer applications including, but not limited to, Microsoft Office suite, and Workforce Now (ADP) to manage accurate work team time accounting.
• Valid Driver’s License
• Leadership experience in communication, interviewing, performance management, etc.
• Lean Sigma training.
• Associates degree (A.A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; and one-year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Benefits

• Provides training and tuition reimbursement
• Provides community service opportunities, employee recognition programs, and lots and lots of celebrations!
• Includes comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans
• Includes a 100% Company-paid disability and life insurance plans
• Includes a 401K plan with company match PLUS additional end-of-year funding
• Provides paid maternity and paternity leave for new parents, as well as a monetary gift towards a 529 education account
• Includes Incentive Plans

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance