Rail Supervisor - Mingo Junction, OH

SMS; Mingo Junction (OH); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) with matching

Job summary

SMS Mill Services, LLC in Mingo Junction, OH seeks a motivated Rail Supervisor to join our steel mill scrap operations. This entry-level leadership role works closely with operations crews to develop skills in supervision, production coordination, and safety leadership.

You'll support daily tasks, coordinate workflow, and step into supervisory roles during absences, while learning to lead teams, reinforce safety policies, and drive continuous improvements in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Leadership potential with desire to grow into supervisory role.
• Strong work ethic and hands-on in operations.
• Good communication and problem-solving skills.
• Willingness to work 12-hour rotating day/night shifts.

Responsibilities

• Support scrap handling, material movement, and production activities.
• Coordinate daily tasks and maintain workflow.
• Serve as go-to resource for shift employees.
• Support housekeeping, yard efficiency, and safety.
• Assist with training and cross-training of staff.
• Step into supervisory role during vacations or peak times.
• Direct crews, assign work, ensure safety standards.

Skills

Leadership potential

Communication skills

Hands-on

Flexibility

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Excel

Job description

Rail Supervisor

SMS Mill Services, LLC ("SMS") is a leader in the steel mill services industry. SMS provides a comprehensive range of services for steel mill customers. We partner with our customers to design custom, cost-effective solutions that focus on adding value and achieving operational and environmental goals. Our range of services includes, but is not limited to, scrap yard management, finished and semi-finished product services, melt shop services, logistics and transportation support, and slag processing.

SMS is seeking a motivated, safety-focused, and hands-on Rail Supervisor to join our team in Mingo Junction, OH. This position is designed as an entry-level leadership role with a clear path toward increased supervisory responsibility. The successful candidate will work directly alongside operations crews while developing the skills necessary to lead teams, support production activities, coordinate daily tasks, and ensure safe and efficient operations within a fast-paced steel mill scrap environment.

This is an excellent opportunity for an individual who is looking to grow into a leadership position while gaining valuable exposure to operations management, employee supervision, safety leadership, and production coordination.

Key Responsibilities

Daily Operations (Primary Role)

• Work alongside crews to support scrap handling, material movement, and production activities
• Assist with coordinating daily tasks and keeping workflow moving efficiently
• Serve as a go-to resource for employees on shift for questions and direction
• Support housekeeping, organization, and overall yard efficiency
• Help execute special projects, process improvements, and operational initiatives

Leadership Development

• Learn supervisory responsibilities including crew coordination, scheduling, and accountability
• Assist Shift Foremen and management with daily operations and problem-solving
• Help reinforce safety expectations, work rules, and productivity standards
• Support training of new employees and cross‑training efforts

Acting Supervisor Coverage

• Step into a supervisory role during vacations, absences, or peak needs
• Direct crews, assign work, and ensure production and safety standards are met
• Communicate effectively with management, maintenance, and scale operations

Safety Responsibilities

• Promote and follow all company safety policies and PPE requirements
• Lead by example in maintaining a safe and productive work environment
• Maintain awareness of heavy equipment, truck traffic, and active operations

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required
• Previous experience in industrial, steel mill, scrap, construction, or similar environment preferred
• Leadership potential with desire to grow into a supervisory role
• Strong work ethic and willingness to be hands-on in operations
• Good communication and problem-solving skills
• Basic computer skills a plus – Excel is a must!
• Reliable attendance and flexibility for shifts, weekends, and overtime
• 12-hour Shifts, rotating days and nights

Physical / Work Conditions

• Ability to work in an industrial steel mill scrap yard environment
• Exposure to noise, weather changes, dust, and moving equipment
• Combination of office work and frequent time spent on the floor

What we can Offer

• A comprehensive compensation package to commensurate with experience including bonuses
• Benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, company-paid life insurance, etc. offered on day 1!
• 401(k) with 4% matching, 100% vested as of first contribution
• Paid holidays, 4 weeks paid vacation
• Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team
• Opportunity to help drive operational improvements and team success
• Opportunity to grow within operational organization

SMS Mill Services, LLC is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. SMS Mill Services, LLC makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.