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

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