Operations Manager (Burkville, AL)

R. J. Corman Railroad Switching Company is seeking an Operations Manager to lead our team in Burkville, AL.

Accountability: Supervises and performs the daily operations of an industrial switching location to meet delivery schedules.  While working alongside crew, also oversees efficient operation through planning and control of train movement, train crew scheduling, supervising pickup of incoming railcars, timely delivery of freight to respective locations, and pick-up and return of empties.  

Responsibilities: 

• Supervises and performs daily transportation operations. 

• Determines the operating schedule necessary to make customer deliveries within specified time frames. 

• Upon approval to hire, recruits, selects, places and arranges for job training for all divisional train handling personnel. 

• Plans and schedules locomotive usage and personnel assignments to ensure operation of trains to meet pickup and delivery schedules. 

• Assures procedures are in place for obtaining proper track clearance, and that appropriate communications systems are in place and in working order to ensure safe movement of trains. 

• Monitors the daily operation of all trains and trouble shoots issues that impact efficient operation. 

• Manages the compliance of train operations to company policies, procedures and practices in all areas, including accounting, inventory, purchasing, equipment usage and maintenance, expense and time reporting, human resources, safety and DOT. 

• Recommends wage and promotional changes concerning divisional personnel to company leadership. 

• Manages labor, equipment and other costs within pre-approved budgets. 

• Establishes safe operating procedures for employees, vehicles and equipment under his supervision; assures compliance with all applicable federal, state and local employee safety (FRA and OSHA) and DOT regulations. 

• Insures timely reporting and investigation of employee injuries and train accidents. Develops corrective and preventative action in response to injuries and accidents. 

• Assures that training plans are in place to upgrade employee job skills and achieve FRA-required compliance training. 

• Obtains materials and supplies to support train operations.   

• Troubleshoots customer complaints associated with train operation and freight delivery; maintains communications and relations with customer personnel when on-site. 

• Keeps company leadership informed of significant operational issues and opportunities. 

• Maintains data / information and produces required reports based on operational and financial site performance. 

• Participates in annual goal setting and budgeting. 

• Manages and handles rule violations. 

• Requires availability 24/7/365 for emergencies / operational needs. 

• Other duties as assigned. 

Specialized or Technical Knowledge, or Education and Experience:  

• Three to five years of experience with train handling in a crewmember capacity, and two to three years specifically as a supervisor or manager.   

• Prefer specific experience with operations planning and maintenance of good employee relations.  

• Demonstrated ability to develop teamwork and work with all levels of personnel in achieving train-handling objectives. 

Physical Requirements:  

• Requires pulling, controlling, and maneuvering onto and off equipment 

• Perform a rapid, horizontal hand torque action with a force of 150 lbs 

• Able to lift and carry objects weighing up to 80 lbs 

• Able to walk, climb, and maintain balance on ladders and uneven terrain in a safe manner 

Environmental Conditions: Performs duties primarily in outside, job-site environments, in and around moving locomotives, railcars, vehicles and equipment.  Frequent exposure to weather elements; and appropriate PPE required for job site visits. 

Major or Unusual Problems: Maintenance of teamwork within train operations, company, and corporate groups. 

Job Dimensions:  Performs duties under limited supervision; supervises train crew members; handles confidential information. 

Work Environment: The requirements of this position involve extended periods of strenuous physical activity under various field and weather conditions. Applicant must be able to lift, carry, stand, walk on uneven surfaces, manually manipulate, grasp, reach out, climb, kneel, bend, twist, and push/pull with confined spaces.

Benefits: R.J. Corman Railroad Group, LLC is committed to providing its full-time employees and their families with quality benefits. R.J. Corman offers the following benefits:

Full-Time Team Members: 

• Immediate Eligibility Starting Day One of Employment:
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• PTO (Paid Time Off) Accrual
• 8 Paid Holidays Per Year
• Veteran’s Day is a Paid Holiday for US Veterans
• Voluntary Supplemental Life Insurance
• Voluntary Short and Long-Term Disability
• Voluntary Accident Insurance
• FSA and HSA Options
• 401K Employer Match
• Paid Maternity Leave
• Group Life Insurance

All Team Members: 

• 401K Retirement Savings Plan
• Referral Bonuses
• Employee Discounts from Various Suppliers
• Employee Assistance Program
• Annual Boot Voucher
• Company Provided PPE
• Prescription Safety Glasses Allowance

R. J. Corman Railroad is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer that is committed to a safe and drug-free workplace. R. J. Corman performs pre-employment criminal background checks and substance abuse testing, which includes a urine drug test to detect the presence of illegal drugs. We appreciate your cooperation in keeping R. J. Corman a safe and drug-free company.