Railroad Auto Terminal Manager

Pacific Rail Services; Romulus (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Affordable healthcare

Excellent growth opportunities

Complimentary life insurance

Strong 401K plan with matching

Annual raises

Bi-weekly pay

Travel opportunities

Bi-weekly pay

Travel opportunities across operations

Job summary

A trusted railroad contractor is seeking a Railroad Auto Terminal Manager to oversee operations in New Boston, MI. This full-time role involves managing a team, ensuring compliance with guidelines, and delivering exceptional customer service. Candidates should have at least 2 years of management experience and flexibility to adapt to operational demands. Benefits include competitive compensation, health coverage, and growth opportunities. Join a leader in rail services and take your career to the next level.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of management experience, preferably in a related field.
• Ability to pass federal background check, e-RAILSAFE certification, and drug screen.
• Experience in automobile loading/unloading preferred but not required.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and time management skills.
• Commitment to outstanding customer service.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing demands and seasonal workloads.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Ability to pass federal background check, e-RAILSAFE certification, and drug screen.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day automotive operations while ensuring compliance with guidelines.
• Supervise, schedule, and support terminal staff.
• Communicate clearly with customers, including railroads and auto manufacturers.
• Maintain high performance standards across the crew.
• Communicate clearly and promptly with customers, including railroads and auto manufacturers.
• Track and analyze key performance metrics using provided platforms.
• Participate hands-on in unloading activities when required.
• Champion safety awareness and enforce all company policies.
• Handle additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Management experience

Problem-solving skills

Interpersonal skills

Customer service commitment

Flexibility

MS Word

MS Excel

Background check

e-RAILSAFE

Drug screen

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Join Our Team as Railroad Auto Terminal Manager

PRS Auto is hiring a dedicated, safety-focused leader to oversee and drive daily operations at our TDSI / CSX auto facility in New Boston, Michigan. This key role involves managing the efficient unloading of new automobiles from railcars in a fast-paced, essential rail services environment.

Location: New Boston, MI Auto Facility

You will be a valued employee of PRS Auto, a trusted railroad contractor, not the railroad.

Competitive Compensation And Benefits

• Salary based on experience, discussed during your interview
• Excellent growth opportunities with performance incentives
• Affordable healthcare, free dental, and low-cost vision coverage
• Complimentary life insuranceStrong 401K plan with generous matching
• Annual raises
• Bi-weekly pay
• Travel opportunities across operations
• Leadership role with real authority and impact
• Additional perks you’ll discover when you join us

About The Role

As Terminal Manager, you will lead day-to-day automotive operations while ensuring full compliance with AAR and manufacturer guidelines. You will guide a team of auto loaders and inventory staff, handle office responsibilities, and step in to support the team as needed. Your focus will be delivering safe, efficient, and customer-focused service that consistently exceeds expectations in a dynamic environment.

This full-time salaried position supports a 24/7/365 operation. Schedules include non-standard hours such as nights, weekends, and holidays, with occasional extended shifts or on-call duties based on customer needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead operations in line with industry standards and guidelines
• Supervise, schedule, and support terminal staff while handling recruiting and problem resolution
• Guide the team through complex operational challenges
• Maintain high performance standards across the crew
• Communicate clearly and promptly with customers, including railroads and auto manufacturers
• Track and analyze key performance metrics using provided platforms
• Participate hands‑on in unloading activities when required
• Champion safety awareness and enforce all company policies
• Handle additional duties as assigned

What We’re Looking For

• Minimum 2 years of management experience in a related field
• Experience in automobile loading/unloading preferred but not required
• Proven ability to solve problems quickly and implement improvements independently
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and time management skills
• Commitment to outstanding customer service
• Flexibility to adapt to changing demands and seasonal workloads
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel
• Ability to pass federal background check, e-RAILSAFE certification, and drug screen

Physical Requirements

The role is active and hands‑on. You must be able to:

• Lift 40 lbs overhead while standing
• Climb ladders up to 20 feet
• Work outdoors in all weather conditions
• Stand for extended periods, climb, stoop, kneel, reach, and handle tools/equipment
• Maintain clear vision for day and night operations

Safety is our top priority. Working around rail equipment and vehicles requires constant awareness and adherence to safety practices.

PRS Auto is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, sex, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, color, religion, protected veteran status, or national origin.

Ready to take the lead in a rewarding career with real responsibility and growth potential? Apply today and become part of a team that keeps the automotive supply chain moving.

About Rail Management Services

One of America’s largest intermodal terminal operators, with more than 60 U.S. intermodal and auto handling facilities. Rail Management Services (RMS) is one of the largest suppliers of intermodal ramp services in the United States handling over 9 million lifts per year. An FRA certified rail switching service provider, RMS serves all U.S. Class 1 railroads. With more than three decades of experience focused on facilitating the railroad motor carrier interface, RMS has been the lowest cost and most efficient providers while maintaining one of the best safety records in the industry. Today RMS subsidiaries include Pacific Rail Services, Pacific Trailer Repair Services, Rail Terminal Services, Terminal Switching Services and PRS Auto.