Assistant Manager - Rail (West Point)

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• On-The-Job Training
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• 100% Company Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Increases Every 6 Months for First 36 Months
• Shift Premiums on 2nd and 3rd Shifts
• 14 paid Company Holidays
• 80 Hours of Vacation
• 40 Hours of Sick
• 401K w/ GENEROUS Match
• Eligible Tuition Reimbursement
• Eligible for Auto Allowance of $300 per Month
• Eligible for Wellness Reimbursement of up to $50.00 Per Month
• Eligible to Receive Referral Bonuses
• Eligible for Discretionary Bonus Annually
• Years of Service Awards, Employee Assistance Program, Frequent Employee Appreciation Events & More!
  

About Hyundai GLOVIS America Inc.

GLOVIS America, Inc. is a third-party logistics provider headquartered in Irvine, CA. Since our inception in 2002, we are committed to delivering our customers products via truck, rail, or ocean vessel throughout the U.S., Canada, and Mexico. Glovis America makes every effort to exceed standards by providing quality service to our customers and vendors of the automotive, freight forwarding, parts distribution, used car, and fuel industries. We cater logistics strategies and processes to our customers' needs by utilizing the latest information systems and advanced technologies.

Summary

The Assistant Manager, Rail Operations manages the planning, supervision, and coordination of the Rail department as they receive, load and set out autorack railcars. This includes management of the Locomotive Engineers, the Switching team, and the Loading team. This role will also provide management, leadership, guidance, necessary training, and equipment to staff, and assists the Manager, Rail Operations in directing and monitoring all activities of the department.

Responsibilities

• Primary
• Manage the safety policies and practices throughout the Rail operation
• Develop, implement, and manage a training program that complies with American Association of Railroads, (AAR), and Federal Railroad Administration, (FRA), regulations and guidelines
• Implement, communicate and manage rail policies and procedures to ensure the work is conducted safely, efficiently, and in compliance with all local, state and federal regulations
• Ensure the daily switching and loading plan is clearly communicated to the team. Monitor progress in real time, and make corrections and adjustments as needed
• Manage the training and orientation of all employees and ensure that every employee has the necessary knowledge, skills and ability to perform each task assigned
• Secondary
• Manage all Rail staff, including delegating and prioritizing job duties, recruiting, scheduling work assignments, and resolving any problems that may arise
• Communicate effectively and promptly with Glovis Vehicle Logistics, CSX and suppliers, as required
• Manage key performance indicators and make necessary improvements to ensure objectives are met
• Develop and manage an audit process to measure and improve the Rail department. Ensure the department is in compliance with ISO 9001 requirements
• Ensure all required AAR publications are on hand and current
• Ensure all required reports are completed accurately and on time
• Manage the processes for maintaining tools and equipment to ensure they are readily available and in good working order
• Prepare and maintain required internal and external reports
• Work with other Glovis departments, suppliers and customers to ensure Company needs are met
• Develop and manage a 5-S process for all areas of the Rail department
• Other duties as assigned
  

Skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills Required
• Proficient with Microsoft Office suite Required
• Good interpersonal skills in order to work well as a team Required
• Strong leadership skills Required
• Work with minimal supervision Required
  
  

Education & Experience

• HS Diploma/G.E.D. Required
• Associate's degree Preferred
• 6-9 years of direct experience in Rail Required
• 7-11 Direct Years of Experience in Rail Preferred
  
  

Physical Requirements

• Stand/Walk
• Sit
• Drive
• Bend/Stoop
• Climb
  
  

Working and Environmental Conditions

This position works in a plant manufacturing/warehouse setting at West Point, GA

• Exposure to loud noises from vehicles and heavy machinery (locomotive, Buck Loader)
• Exposure to indoor and outdoor weather conditions
• Exposure to chemicals/fumes
• Working at Heights
  
  

The information contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities of the job, nor is it intended to be an all-inclusive list of skills and abilities required to do the job. Glovis America, Inc. reserves the right to alter and change this job description at any time without notice based on business needs.