Railcar Repair Supervisor

As the Railcar Repair Supervisor, you will foster a safe, productive, and positive workplace while leading unionized employees in daily repair operations. You will ensure safety, quality, productivity, and regulatory compliance while coaching employees and driving continuous improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

Promote and model the company's culture, values, and commitment to safety; Lead Daily Management System (Tier 1 and Tier 2) activities to identify operational barriers and continuous improvement opportunities; Ensure employees understand plant KPIs and their impact on operational performance; Provide day-to-day leadership, coaching, mentoring, and performance management for direct reports; Assign work to meet production schedules and customer commitments; Ensure departmental safety, quality, productivity, and compliance objectives are achieved; Conduct probationary, 30-, 60-, and 90-day performance evaluations; Ensure employees maintain required certifications, including A11 and PPE safety training; Verify all repairs meet regulatory, customer, and company quality standards; Conduct hold-point inspections and monitor repair quality; Lead daily Toolbox Meetings and reinforce safe work practices; Manage employee attendance, coaching, and attendance point administration; Schedule labour resources to meet operational requirements; Monitor operator daily maintenance activities; Manage supply spending while minimizing waste; Prepare accurate labour reporting and supplemental repair documentation; Apply the Collective Bargaining Agreement consistently and fairly; Enforce company policies, shop rules, and contractual requirements; Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent; Previous supervisory experience in a railcar repair or industrial manufacturing environment; Strong leadership and coaching skills; Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities; Strong organizational, decision-making, and problem-solving skills; Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint); Demonstrated commitment to workplace safety; Experience working in a unionized environment; Valid Class 5 Driver's Licence; Legally authorized to work in Canada

Nice to have

Railcar repair experience; Working knowledge of AAR and DOT railcar repair regulations; Familiarity with standards published by AAR, CGSB, DOT, BOE, FRA, and the Canadian Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG) Regulations; Experience leading Lean Manufacturing or Continuous Improvement initiatives

Benefits

Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Benefits; Company-paid Employee & Dependent Life Insurance; Paid Holidays; Paid Vacation; Personal Time Off; Tuition Reimbursement Program; Fitness Rebate Program; Employee Assistance Program