Day Railing Installer Jobs in Illinois (NOW HIRING)

Opportunity to work for one of the largest North American Full-Service Logistics, Auto Servicing and Processing Companys in the Nation. Providing a variety of services for Auto Manufacturers, including loading and unloading new vehicles onto railcars, installing accessories, body repair, and general vehicle inspection and processing.

Summary of Position:

The Rail Supervisor is responsible for organizing and scheduling staff and directing the day-to-day operations of all rail functions. This position is responsible for ensuring the quality loading of vehicles onto outbound trains, receipt and scanning of vehicles into inventory systems, and storage/logistics of vehicles through efficient productivity of the work crews. This position coordinates the activities of all yard, and rail crews under the direction of the Operations and/or Terminal Manager to ensure a well-coordinated, productive operation.

Essential Functions, Duties and Tasks:

• Responsible for the daily scheduling of personnel to load, receive, store, and move vehicles in a productive, cost-efficient manner.
• Directs the facility's day-to-day activities.
• Oversee loading operations.
• Oversee vehicle movement.
• Oversee receipt and scanning of vehicles into the inventory system.
• Assigns personnel to job locations.
• Assists in the training of new associates, staff personnel, and temporary workers.
• Ensures personnel have the support, tools, and supplies needed for production.
• Conduct audits and make suggestions for corrective actions as needed.
• Maintains daily communication with leads, other staff, and office personnel to determine staffing, supply, and operational needs, and ensures these needs are met.
• Responsible for the progressive disciplinary process in counseling, warnings, and other corrective action to ensure that a productive labor climate exists.
• Documents performance issues and coordinate all corrective action with the Operations Manager and/or Terminal Manager
• Able to react to change productively and handle other essential tasks as assigned.
• Ensures all associates adhere to all policies and procedures.
• Responsible for safety programs to provide a safe, clean workplace for all personnel and within the regulations of local, state, and OSHA standards.
• Assists in identifying maintenance needs of company vehicles and equipment; complete ramp inspections and checks fluid levels, etc.
• May perform other duties from time to time at the direction of the Operations or Terminal Manager.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• Thorough knowledge and demonstrated skills with MS Office, including intermediate Excel, Word and Outlook.
• Knowledge of operations and office practices, procedures, and equipment.
• Ability to communicate with and deal effectively with customers, associates, and the public.
• Ability to function effectively under pressure.
• Must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Skilled in the proper use of English, including proper spelling and punctuation.
• Knowledge and general ability to apply an understanding of invoicing/billing process, including an ability to perform routine business mathematics.
• Ability to perform a variety of functions requiring the considerable exercise of independent judgment.
• Ability to effectively apply supervisory principles and practices.
• Possess excellent planning, analysis, and organizing skills.
• Ability to work with a diverse group of people.
• Ability to produce accurate reports and information.
• Ability to drive vehicles with either an automatic or manual transmission.
• Ability to pass driver's safety test at 80% or better.
• Must work outdoors 90% of the time in all weather conditions, often extreme, to supervisor the crews.

Education, Experience and Minimum Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver's license: good driving record and ability to maintain a valid driver's license.
• Ability to pass and maintain security clearances as required by the customer.
• Good and regular attendance.
• Ability to work outside in all weather conditions.
• Ability to work any shift as assigned.
• Excellent leadership, and organizational skills
• Must treat all individuals with respect and dignity.
• Must have a positive attitude and ability to work in team-orientated culture with strong communication skills.
• Must be customer-focused, results orientated, have solid decision-making abilities and strong organizational skills.
• Must be able to resolve conflict with the ability to build relationships.
• Must be adaptable and use effective coaching and mentoring skills.
• Good communication skills, both written and oral.
• 1-year supervisory experience required, preferably in a logistics/manufacturing and/or warehousing/shipping industry.

Preferred Requirements:

• Experience with internal and customer computer applications are a plus.
• BA in a business or logistics-related program