Shift Manager Operations

Northshore Mining Company; Babbitt (NV); On-site; USD 80,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Education assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

Cleveland-Cliffs in Babbitt, MN seeks a Shift Manager Railroad Operations to lead railroad activities in support of pellet production. You will oversee safety, scheduling, and training while coordinating with dispatchers and maintenance teams.

Responsibilities include directing daily tasks, ensuring regulatory compliance, and promoting a culture of continuous improvement and safe production methods.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in mining or heavy industry, with preference for railroad operations or railroad maintenance experience.
• Willing to work a rotating dayshift schedule including weekends.
• Champion of safe production methods and continuous improvement.
• Strong leadership experience and ability to plan, coordinate, and follow up on multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Create and promote a positive working atmosphere to safely execute railroad goals.
• Supervise technicians, ensuring adherence to safety standards and RR rules.
• Communicate job assignments, timing, and tasks to crew members; monitor progress.
• Coordinate daily train schedules and respond to emergencies to meet production goals.

Skills

Excellent communication

Strong computer skills

Education

Two years of college

Tools

Ellipse maintenance management software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Location: Babbitt, MN Cleveland-Cliffs has an immediate opening for a Shift Manager Railroad Operations at our Northshore Mining Company facility located in Babbitt, MN.

Please note that all applicants must meet the physical requirements of the position by the close of the posting period.

Summary of Responsibilities:

• Create and promote a positive working atmosphere in order to safely and efficiently execute the goals of the railroad operating and maintenance plan.
• Continually monitor technicians for adherence to safety standards and the RR operating rulebook through performance of assigned tasks Previous supervisory experience.
• Communicate to all crew members their job assignments, timing expectations, and associated tasks.
• Follow-up on progress throughout the shift.
• Conduct safety and informational meetings to crew and complete safety contacts in the field Coach, direct, and develop technicians on tasks completed in the RR department. Consistently follow-up on any safety concerns.
• Take proactive measures to correct any safety or production problems that arise.
• Communicate with Railroad Dispatcher, Mine Dispatcher, Railroad maintenance technicians, coarse crusher, and the Silver Bay Railroad Shift Manager to meet the production goals set forth by the train schedule and maintenance schedule.
• Manage training needs and promotions for department personnel.
• Manage the daily train schedule to achieve inventory necessary for successful pellet production. This may also require management on the off-shift.
• Coordinate the response to emergencies utilizing the resources available.
• Be available to respond to derailments or other threats to production.
• Oversee contractors involved in railroad maintenance of way projects and any contractor performing work within the railroad right of way.
• Complete and submit all necessary safety, environmental, and production reports within the required timeframe.
• Ensure work order discipline is adhered to and work completion documentation is maintained.
• Manage weekly personnel schedule and yearly vacation schedule to ensure proper staffing levels for required activities.
• Developing portions of the track maintenance program. This will include (but not limited to) contractor management, project development, material ordering and maintenance component inventory management.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in mining or heavy industry, with preference given to those with railroad operations or railroad maintenance experience.
• Must be willing to work a rotating dayshift schedule including weekends.
• Must be a champion of safe production methods and ideals.
• Promote continuous improvement.
• Must understand and be able to communicate and implement company safety rules, MSHA standards, environmental policies and procedures, and quality standards.
• Previous successful leadership experience is required.
• Must understand the broader vision of the job function, company organization, and the mining industry.
• Must have the ability to plan, coordinate and follow-up on multiple work tasks with a variety of employees, departments, and contractors.
• Must be able to set clear goals and develop strategies to meet these goals.
• Must have excellent communication skills.
• Must be able to clearly communicate the shift operating plan to employees and interact with other departments to meet the goals of the operating plan.
• Must be able to think logically using factual data provided.
• Must be able to make decisions based on information provided and input from others.
• Must be able to apply knowledge of safety rules, RR operating rules, and other company policies to guide the decision-making process.
• Clearly communicate and implement all new policies introduced and be able to provide technicians with up-to-date information regarding current best practices and standards.
• Must have strong computer skills and be proficient in Microsoft Office Software.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Preference is given to applicants with two or more years of college education.
• Knowledge of the Ellipse maintenance management software is preferred.

The salary range for this role is $80,000 - $105,000.

We offer an excellent total compensation package including competitive pay with variable compensation opportunity, health insurance, retirement plan, education assistance, paid time off, and more.

Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. is the largest flat-rolled steel company and the largest iron ore pellet producer in North America.

The Company is vertically integrated from mined raw materials, direct reduced iron, and ferrous scrap to primary steelmaking and downstream finishing, stamping, tooling, and tubing.

Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities.

Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. is an equal opportunity employer – M/F/Veteran/Disability.

We are a drug‑free workplace and conduct pre‑employment screening as a condition of employment.

Cleveland-Cliffs is the largest flat‑rolled steel producer in North America.

Founded in 1847 as a mine operator, Cliffs is also the largest manufacturer of iron ore pellets in North America.

As a team of more than 30,000 people, we proudly serve a diverse range of markets and are the largest steel supplier to the automotive industry in North America.

Built on a strong safety and environmental stewardship legacy, we operate responsibly and are committed to a sustainable future.

With ongoing initiatives to reduce waste, improve water conservation, and reduce carbon emissions, we promise to become North America’s leader in steelmaking and mining sustainability.

Cleveland-Cliffs offers opportunities for high-performing individuals in a myriad of technical and professional disciplines.

Whether in the field or office, Cleveland-Cliffs fosters an environment that empowers our employees to achieve their highest potential.

Employees will be presented with a challenging and rewarding environment.

A competitive compensation package, opportunities for advancement, and work‑life balance all lead to a positive, passionate career at Cleveland-Cliffs.