Rail Operations Lead — Safety & Team Performance

Cando Rail & Terminals; Crossett (AR); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work Life Balance

Leadership Training Programs

Award-Winning Safety Culture

Group Life, AD&D, LTD Insurance

Health and Dental Benefits

Job summary

Cando Rail & Terminals in Crossett, AR, seeks an Assistant Superintendent to lead safe, cost-effective operations on site. You will coordinate safety initiatives, workflows, personnel, and daily needs, ensuring adherence to policies and operational targets.

Responsibilities include managing incidents, investigations, and recommendations, while guiding teams and contractors to meet growth and program objectives in a fast-paced rail environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years in a leadership position, preferably in industrial switching/rail.
• One year experience with Safety Management Systems in an industrial environment.
• Locomotive Operator qualification is required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety policies are adhered to and align services with site requirements.
• Lead operations planning, budgeting, invoicing, and KPI tracking.
• Manage site staffing, interviews, onboarding, schedules, and performance evaluations.
• Coordinate safety initiatives, incident investigations, and implement recommendations.
• Work with local providers to resolve day-to-day issues.

Skills

Safety Management

Incident Investigation

Team Leadership

Budget Management

Cost Control

Operational Planning

Safety Policies

Communication

Continuous Improvement

Rail Certification

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Cando Rail & Terminals in Crossett, AR, seeks an Assistant Superintendent to lead safe, cost-effective operations on site. You will coordinate safety initiatives, workflows, personnel, and daily needs, ensuring adherence to policies and operational targets.

Responsibilities include managing incidents, investigations, and recommendations, while guiding teams and contractors to meet growth and program objectives in a fast-paced rail environment.