Assistant Manager

Role & Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate daily railcar washing, switching, and loading activities.
• Conduct detailed railcar inspections prior to loading to ensure equipment is in proper condition.
• Oversee safe railcar switching and positioning operations within loading structures.
• Ensure accurate product loading in accordance with customer documentation and operational requirements.
• Perform and verify product sampling procedures associated with railcar loading.
• Maintain accurate reconciliation, tracking, and reporting of operational activities.
• Utilize loading management software to accurately document railcar movements, loading, and departures.
• Cookordination and oversee safe rail operations and switch lists based on operational priorities.
• Identify and proactively resolve logistics challenges to support uninterrupted operations.
• Communicate regularly with plant personnel to align loading activities with production schedules.
• Monitor product quality control and operational consistency between customers’ stakeholders.
• Manage railcar inventory requirements, including car type, ownership, and volume needs to support production demands.
• Conduct routine frontline inspections and Tier 1 maintenance checks of work areas and loading infrastructure.
• Provide timely operational reporting and updates to management.
• Ensure clear and professional shift handovers between operating teams.
• Lead and support Operation Clean Sweep and 5S initiatives within the facility.

Skills, Knowledge & Abilities

• Strong understanding of rail operations, switching requirements, and railcar reliability.
• Demonstrated commitment to safety leadership in industrial environments involving heavy equipment and active rail movements.
• Ability to supervise multiple team members performing simultaneous operational tasks.
• Strong verbal communication and leadership skills with the ability to provide clear operational direction.
• Capable of working independently while maintaining efficient operational flow.
• Demonstrates accountability, initiative, and a strong sense of ownership.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to identify operational issues and support effective resolutions.

Education & Experience

• Experience in rail operations, transloading, or bulk material handling environments preferred.
• Experience assuming progressive responsibilities in industrial or logistics operations.
• A high school diploma or GED required.

Physical Requirements

• Primarily outdoor work in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to walk and stand on uneven ballast surfaces for extended periods.
• Work environment includes both office and industrial plant settings.
• Ability to sit for prolonged periods when required.
• Occasional travel may be required for training or operational support opportunities.