General Manager - Baton Rouge, LA

General Manager - Baton RougeJob Location: Baton Rouge, LA - Depot-70807, Plaquemine, LA Facility-Plaquemine-70764 Office Location: Onsite Employment Type: Salary Job Type: Full TimeStart a Watco Career and Discover the Difference Keep the world's supply chain moving. That's what the Watco team does every day at our short line railroads, switching sites, terminals, ports, and logistics hubs. Whether you're at one of these locations or in a support-services role, there's one thread that ties everyone together. We're all on the same team. One Watco.Here's what you can expect from Watco:Outstanding culture recognized by Forbes and NewsweekCompetitive compensation and benefitsPaid on-the-job training with peer trainersTraining for conductors, engineers, mechanics, and MOW Team Members at Watco's Safe Performance CenterLeadership and development programs offered through Watco UniversityCareer advancement opportunitiesJob Summary Salary Range: $90,000 to $100,000The General Manager is responsible for developing and managing operating budgets using historical data, future projections, and departmental input. Ongoing monitoring of financial performance comparing actual performance to established goals and budgeted projections. Controlling operational expenses, ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures, and maintaining a high-performing and motivated management team. This role also requires ongoing market awareness to support revenue growth and customer satisfaction.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesLead and manage all departments within the railroad operation, monitoring compliance with all state, provincial and federal regulatory requirementsEstablish and adhere to operating budgets by reviewing annual projections, forecasts, historical data, and department manager input to meet quantitative and financial measurement goalsEstablish performance goals and quality standards to monitor both quality and quantity of all facets of the railroad to ensure safety, profitability, and efficiencyTeach, train, develop and mentor leadership team to ensure proficiency within positions and preparedness for advancementManage and ensure a positive relationship between all customers including, but not limited to our other railroad partners, freight customers, contractors, and municipalitiesEnsure customer satisfaction through personal contact and management of systems providing accurate accountability of railcar location, car hire, demurrage, receivables, and efficient movements of each railcar moveEvaluate railroad asset utilization and perform routing evaluation of the railroad requirements to include capital improvement projects to maximize efficiencyDevelop, approve, and periodically review operating procedures for all railroad activities to include technical, operational and support functionsDevelop and adhere to safety and environmental law compliance to include company policies and procedures for team member protection and to prevent future company liabilityPrepare and administer performance appraisals for direct reportsProvide support to management team on performance appraisals to include training, review, and approval as requiredImplement succession planning and assist with team member career path illuminationSelect, train, lead, and motivate management team to conduct all railroad business and guide its day-to-day management and profitable growthEnsure team understanding and compliance with company safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and federal, and state, and provincial regulationsReview results of internal and external audits conducted on the railroad and take remedial action to provide support for continuous improvement of the facilities, property, and peopleRespond promptly to all accidents, incidents, or emergency callsConduct efficiency testing and monitor safe working practices in the field, and monitor efficiency testing goals and resultsInterview and hire for vacant positionsDemonstrate predictable, dependable, and timely attendanceSupervise and coordinate activities of the railroad management teamPrepare, communicate, and present quantitative data analysis, objectives, results, and trends in a professional manner to team members, customers and senior leadership using Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and WordPerforms other duties as assigned or requiredQualificationsTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.Must be able to pass and obtain all reporting, testing, and certifications as required for this positionMust have a valid driver's licenseMinimum of 5 years of job-related experience or combination of education and experienceEducation: High School or GED equivalent. Bachelor's degree in related field preferred