Rail Operations Supervisor: Safety, Training & Crew Leadership

Genesee-; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Genesee & Wyoming Inc. seeks a Field Operations Manager to supervise up to ten Transportation Department staff at the Chicago, Ft. Wayne & Eastern Railroad site in Fort Wayne, IN. You will oversee safety, operations, payroll, and regulatory compliance while directing crews and coordinating with customers.

The role emphasizes leadership, hiring, training, and incident investigations in accordance with federal rules and company policies.

Qualifications

• Five years of work experience in the railroad industry with supervisory duties.
• Seven years of railroad industry experience preferred.
• Knowledge and understanding of FRA regulations.

Responsibilities

• Manage safety performance, operating practices, and financial productivity.
• Interface with customers and monitor service quality per contracts.
• Lead railcar-switching functions as required.
• Supervise crews, schedules, and personnel.
• Maintain payroll within the targeted budget.
• Conduct efficiency and operating tests per company practices.
• Investigate incidents and prepare reports.
• Hire and train new employees; administer discipline as needed.
• Assist with other projects and duties as assigned.

Skills

Railroad supervision experience

FRA regulations knowledge

Job description

Genesee & Wyoming Inc. seeks a Field Operations Manager to supervise up to ten Transportation Department staff at the Chicago, Ft. Wayne & Eastern Railroad site in Fort Wayne, IN. You will oversee safety, operations, payroll, and regulatory compliance while directing crews and coordinating with customers.

The role emphasizes leadership, hiring, training, and incident investigations in accordance with federal rules and company policies.