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Union Tank Car Company - UTLX · 1 day ago

Railcar Repair Supervisor - 2nd Shift

Ville Platte, LA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$61K/yr - $75K/yr

3+ years exp

Union Tank Car Company, part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdings, is committed to making a positive impact on the world. The Railcar Repair Supervisor is responsible for supervising the repair and maintenance of railroad tank cars, ensuring adherence to AAR, DOT, and company quality control standards, while also managing a team of hourly employees.

ManufacturingPublic TransportationTransportation

Responsibilities

Supervises activities of various hourly classifications in all phases of car repair work ensuring the proper repair of railroad cars received at the shop in a safe, expeditious manner

Accurately interprets drawings/blueprints to ensure proper completion of repair work

Ensures all AAR, DOT and Company standards are adhered to during repair

Selects, trains, motivates and disciplines his/her subordinates

Accountable for the quality of all repairs performed by his/her subordinates

Maintains AAR, DOT and company standards by careful inspection of all completed work

Administrative duties related to labor reporting and material consumption

Schedules workforce effectively, adhering to established productions schedules whenever possible

Keeps abreast of work in process to help others maintain efficient scheduling of work throughout the shop

Qualification

AARFRA knowledgeBlueprint interpretationTank car design understandingAnalytical skillsProject managementSafety equipment knowledgeVerbal communicationWritten communicationAttention to detailProblem solving

Required

HS Diploma required with a minimum of 3 – 5 years' relevant work experience; or any equivalent combination of experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities

Strong background knowledge of AAR and FRA rule administration

Understanding of tank car design, components and regulatory requirements

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Ability to read and interpret technical and regulatory documents

Strong analytical and problem solving skills with ability to develop creative solutions and provide technical expertise on projects

High degree of accuracy and attention to detail

Ability to manage multiple projects and tasks

Ability to enter tank cars via a manway opening of 18” to 20” in diameter

Ability to tolerate both heights and confined spaces

Have keen visual and audio acuity to recognize various shop danger/warning signals to avoid injuries and promote a safe work environment

Possess considerable stamina to perform the essential functions over a large geographical plant area

Ability and availability to work considerable overtime hours that may often be required