Operation Manager PROG

Patriot Branding 2026; Silver Creek (MS); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) match

Tuition assistance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Patriot Rail is seeking a leader to oversee daily railroad operations in Silver Creek, MS, focusing on safety, efficiency, and service. You will coach teams, drive performance, and strengthen customer relationships while ensuring FRA compliance and company standards.

The role requires conductor certification and offers opportunities to lead strategic growth and capital projects within a respected rail industry employer.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of railroad leadership experience.
• Strong knowledge of railroad operations and FRA regulations.
• Budget and financial management experience.
• Proven leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Conductor certification required; Engineer certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily railroad operations with a focus on safety, efficiency, and service.
• Develop and coach high-performing teams.
• Drive operating performance and budget goals.
• Build strong customer and business relationships.
• Ensure compliance with FRA regulations and company standards.
• Identify opportunities to improve productivity, asset utilization, and profitability.
• Support strategic growth initiatives and capital improvement projects.

Skills

Railroad leadership

Safety compliance

Budget management

Regulatory knowledge

Communication

Education

Conductor certification

Engineer certification preferred

Job description

Silver Creek, MS - PROG
Silver Creek, MS 39663, USA

Description

WHY PATRIOT RAIL

At Patriot Rail, experienced leaders are empowered to make decisions, improve operations, and build strong teams. You'll have the opportunity to make a direct impact on the business, develop people, strengthen customer relationships, and continue growing your career with a company focused on the future of rail.

What We Offer

• Medical, dental and vision coverage starting at $50 monthly for EE only
• 401(k) with 50% company match up to 12%
• Training and tuition paid
• Life and disability coverage — 100% company paid
• Generous PTO and 11 paid holidays

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Lead daily railroad operations with a focus on safety, efficiency, and service.
• Develop and coach high-performing teams.
• Drive operating performance and budget goals.
• Build strong customer and business relationships.
• Ensure compliance with FRA regulations and company standards.
• Identify opportunities to improve productivity, asset utilization, and profitability.
• Support strategic growth initiatives and capital improvement projects.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

• 5+ years of railroad leadership experience.
• Strong knowledge of railroad operations and FRA regulations.
• Budget and financial management experience.
• Proven leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Conductor certification required; Engineer certification preferred.

THE PATRIOT WAY

Safety. Integrity. Accountability. Results.

KEEP AMERICA MOVING. BUILD YOUR CAREER WITH PATRIOT RAIL.

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