Site Manager Railcar Repair
Chicago, IL - USA
Job Summary
Position Summary
The Site Manager is responsible for overseeing operations RRA locations managing crew members depending on car flow. This role ensures safe efficient and profitable inspection and repair of railroad rolling stock while maintaining compliance with AAR FRA and OSHA standards. The Site Manager leads onboarding and training drives performance metrics and communicates effectively with internal teams and railroad partners.
Primary Responsibilities
- Supervise inspections maintenance and repair of rolling stock at assigned location(s)
- Lead onboarding and training for new crew members
- Maintain communication structure with RR Ops and CRS teams
- Strategize crew scheduling to maximize car flow and site profitability
- Enforce site-specific and Compass safety training requirements
- Update and manage SDOPs based on operational changes
- Organize material staging areas and identify equipment needs
- Ensure truck and equipment maintenance is documented and up to date
- Adjust labor needs based on car flow to meet efficiency goals
- Manage training documentation and compliance for all assigned employees
- Monitor and meet target hours set by estimating team; report deviations
Collaborative Duties
- Coordinate with Director of Health and Safety to ensure regulatory compliance
- Work with Director of Quality to maintain inspection and repair records
- Collaborate with railroads and internal departments (billing purchasing scheduling)
- Respond to emergencies such as derailments or bad order cars
- Support Business Development in identifying and qualifying new customers
- Manage MRU call-out work and fill in for other managers as needed
- Monitors employees worked hours are accurate each day
Performance Metrics (KPIs)
- Safety: Zero infractions
- Daily production averages
- Onboarding effectiveness
- Location efficiency
- Communication of production activities and obstacles
Why Join Us
- Health Dental and Vision Benefits on Day 1
- Vacation and Holiday Pay
- 401K on Day 1
- Life Insurance
- Travel reimbursements and more!
Required Experience:
Manager
About Company
Compass Rail offers nationwide railcar repair, including inspections, repairs, and mobile services for efficient rail operations.