Operations Supervisor

divh2Operations Supervisor/h2pCando Rail Terminals is North Americas leading provider of specialized rail operating services and terminal infrastructure that allow industrial shippers to optimize their supply chains and connect to Class I railways by leveraging Candos operating capabilities and network of owned multi-purpose rail terminals. The company provides a wide range of rail services including industrial switching, material handling, terminal transload services, short line operations, railcar staging, train assembly, and related services./ppOperations Supervisors with Cando are responsible for day to day and shift by shift execution of the daily operation plan. If you enjoy working as part of a team, problem solving, and a company that promotes a strong safety culture, this opportunity is for you!/ppstrongRole Responsibilities/strong/ppstrongSafety/strong/pulliPerform Safety Management System activities such as Employee Efficiency Testing, Loss Prevention Observations, Incident Reporting./liliImplement changes as a result of site and employee performance audits in a timely manner and follow-up to ensure effectiveness of changes./liliRespond to incidents, lead and implement and recommend solutions / corrective actions as a result of incidents./liliWorks with employees on a daily basis to ensure that all Candos safety policies are strictly adhered to with a focus on operational practices, identifying potential hurdles, targeting inconsistencies and aligning the services of the operations to meet customer needs./liliDesign/implement work systems and procedures for operational effectiveness./liliBe a leader in safe work practices; responsible for the mentoring of employees in all aspects of safe railway operations./li/ulpstrongManagement, Administration, Planning/strong/pulliEnsure service aligns with vision, mission, goals and the needs of the customer./liliImplement plans for managing growth and delivering on goals and objectives./liliSupervises contractors on site and ensure they have the understanding, skills, training, and resources to achieve objectives./liliLead activities related to division initiatives; deliver initiatives around company programs and policies./liliIdentify new business leads; implement start up plans for new business./liliAssists with invoicing and purchasing for sites and ensure accurate tracking of key consumables./liliMonitor locomotive and equipment procurement and maintenance programs./li/ulpstrongLeadership, Employee Development/strong/pulliWork with site supervisors to improve operational practices, identify hurdles, target inconsistencies and align services./liliPromotes harmonious employee relations while guiding and coaching supervisors; build and maintain healthy customer relationships at the site level./liliPrepares and implements employee development plans; ensures all employees have adequate training to contribute fully to the project./liliSupervises site staffing including participating in interviews, onboarding new employees, managing schedules and absenteeism, performing payroll activities, coordinating training, and conducting performance evaluations./liliWork with local Class 1 providers to resolve day to day issues./li/ulpSkills, Knowledge, Abilities/pulliCommunicates effectively both orally and in writing with people of all backgrounds, levels of comprehension including managers, employees, customers, and the public./liliDemonstrates initiative to work with others to foster a respectful workplace; creates a work environment that is open to maintaining positive relationships./liliConsiderable knowledge of modern principles, practices, and techniques in motivating employees and building successful working teams./liliAbility to measure and report financial metrics and align with department budgets. General understanding of the principles of efficient service delivery./liliDemonstrates innovation and responsibility in the decision-making process./liliAbility to implement best practices in skill development, training, and service delivery which will be sustainable./liliProficient in a Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook with the skill to adapt easily to other software systems./liliAbility to perform rail switching as a ground person and/or locomotive operator if necessary./liliAbility to obtain and maintain GCOR certification, FRA standards, a valid state drivers license, safety critical medical status, and meet all safety and customer requirements./li/ulpstrongEducation Experience/strong/pulliExperience managing railway personnel in a customer focused environment./liliExperience in managing for efficiency and effectiveness to bring about change in a fast-paced environment./liliMinimum two (2) years in a leadership position preferably in the rail switching and/or industrial environment./liliOne (1) year experience working with Safety Management Systems in an industrial environment./liliOne (1) year experience developing and managing capital and operating budgets./li/ulpNote: This description is not intended to limit the assignment of work or be construed as a complete list of the many duties to be performed by the incumbent. The qualifications are provided so interested candidates understand of the level of expertise required in this position./ppstrong#INDCRUS/strong/ppEqual Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor./p/div