Field Operations Supervisor 141
Transco - A Marmon Rail Company · Decatur, IL · 1 mo ago
Management$78k–$82k/yrFull-time
About the role
At Transco Rail Services, you’ll be part of Marmon Holdings, backed by Berkshire Hathaway. We aim to make a positive impact, provide diverse opportunities, and foster a culture where everyone can thrive.
Responsibilities
- Oversee daily railcar repair operations
- Lead a skilled workforce and ensure alignment with customer expectations
- Drive performance against key metrics including turnaround time, cost efficiency, and customer satisfaction
- Manage staffing through recruitment, scheduling, training, and workforce planning
- Facilitate daily team huddles (toolbox talks) to align on safety and production goals
- Ensure accurate and timely repair tracking, reporting, and customer updates
- Maintain and report KPIs including productivity, turnaround, and cost metrics
- Participate in and support safety and quality audits
- Support billing accuracy and timely completion
- Lead and reinforce continuous improvement and visual management practices
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Previous supervisory or leadership experience
- Strong knowledge of safety practices and quality standards
- Ability to manage teams, schedules, and production priorities
- Strong communication and problem-solving skills
- Experience working with KPIs, reporting, and operational metrics
- Bachelor’s degree or some college education preferred
- Experience in railcar repair, manufacturing, or industrial environments
- Background in multi-site or customer-facing operations
- Experience with continuous improvement methodologies
- Supervisory responsibility for site employees and daily operations
- Directly manages site employees and daily operations
- Responsible for hiring, training, performance management, and employee development
- Leads disciplinary actions and conflict resolution in accordance with company policies
Skills
- Leadership
- Operational ownership
- Growth opportunity
- Dynamic environment
Benefits
- Full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, life and disability insurance, paid time off, and paid holidays
- Career growth opportunities across Transco, Marmon Rail, and 100+ Marmon companies