Come work with us! Savage has been designated by USA Today as a Top Workplace and also received recognition as a Military Friendly Employer and a Top Company for Women to Work For in Transportation. Military Veterans and Reservists are encouraged to apply. The successful candidate will be leading a specialized team in planning, organizing and managing one of our rail operations, ensuring railcar switching, loading, warehouse, and wash rack procedures are done in a safe, environmentally friendly, and efficient manner. These are just a few of the benefits you can expect from working with Savage + Pay 64K to $73K per year + Opportunities for Growth + Annual bonus + Paid Holidays + Profit Sharing + Excellent benefits including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) with match + We provide Uniforms & PPE (laundering included) Here is what you will be doing + Participate in budget preparation, management of profit and loss, and daily communication with customers and railroads on scheduling and other issues to ensure a smooth and safe operation. + Possesses experience and knowledge with; + Locomotive in plant-switching operations + SIT yard switching operations + Track Inspection + Build strong relationships with customer contacts. Understand the customer contract and rate structure + Delegate and utilize time management well + Develop and execute a business plan (including budgeting, projecting, variance analysis, and cost management) + Promote a safety culture where each Team Member has the value and attitude that unsafe behaviors and conditions will not happen on their shift + Committed to teaching and promoting personal responsibility for identifying and performing safe behaviors, conditions, and environmental responsibility + A positive leader with the ability to be proactive in problem solving, making decisions, organizing and directing people, and utilizing coaching techniques for improving behaviors + Innovative solutions driven to keep Team Member turnover low + Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors + Work with administrative systems to support the operation to meet deadlines + Set an example of professionalism and customer service + Hands-on leadership with operational and technical skills to ensure that "best practices" are being utilized + Create an environment where people are committed to professionalism and cleanliness + Create an environment for team building with an emphasis on individual development and growth Requirements of a successful Operations Supervisor + Hands-on, hard-working, self-starter + In-depth knowledge of locomotive operations is a plus + Ability to hire right, train right, and treat right all team members + Must have leadership skills to ensure team members follow procedures at all times, even when no one is watching + Be able to work with and perform basic computer operations (spreadsheet, word processor, and email operations), and general office organization + Good written and oral skills with an ability to communicate with co-workers, customers, and other company personnel + A dynamic personality to lead employees and put safety first + Knowledge of local, state, and federal requirements + Desire and willingness to learn What we need from you + 3+ years of railcar switching experience preferred + TWIC Card + Must be able to work outdoors in various climates for up to 12 hours + Must be able to lift and carry at least 50 pounds on an occasional basis + Must be able to climb steps and ladders #IND1 Additional Information: + A complete job description is available upon request + Savage is an Equal Opportunity Employer and maintains a drug-free workplace + California Residents Job Application Privacy Notice (https://savageco.com/careers/california-residents-job-applicant-privacy-notice/) Job Details Job Family Player Coach Pay Type Salary Hiring Min Rate 64,000 USD Hiring Max Rate 73,000 USD