Shift Manager Operations

About the role

The Shift Manager Railroad Operations oversees and directs Railroad Operations crews to safely execute the work set in the Railroad Operating and Maintenance of Way plans. This position requires previous supervisory experience and a commitment to promoting safe production methods.

Responsibilities

• Create and promote a positive working atmosphere in order to safely and efficiently execute the goals of the railroad operating and maintenance plan.
• Continually monitor technicians for adherence to safety standards and the RR operating rulebook through performance of assigned tasks.
• Communicate to all crew members their job assignments, timing expectations, and associated tasks. Follow-up on progress throughout the shift.
• Conduct safety and informational meetings to crew and complete safety contacts in the field.
• Coach, direct, and develop technicians on tasks completed in the RR department.
• Consistently follow-up on any safety concerns.
• Take proactive measures to correct any safety or production problems that arise.
• Communicate with Railroad Dispatcher, Mine Dispatcher, Railroad maintenance technicians, coarse crusher, and the Silver Bay Railroad Shift Manager to meet the production goals set forth by the train schedule and maintenance schedule.
• Manage training needs and promotions for department personnel.
• Manage the daily train schedule to achieve inventory necessary for successful pellet production. This may also require management on the off-shift.
• Cook up the response to emergencies utilizing the resources available.
• Coordinate the response to derailments or other threats to production.
• Oversee contractors involved in railroad maintenance of way projects and any contractor performing work within the railroad right of way.
• Complete and submit all necessary safety, environmental, and production reports within the required timeframe.
• Ensure work order discipline is adhered to and work completion documentation is maintained.
• Manage weekly personnel schedule and yearly vacation schedule to ensure proper staffing levels for required activities.
• Developing portions of the track maintenance program. This will include (but not limited to) contractor management, project development, material ordering and maintenance component inventory management.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in mining or heavy industry, with preference given to those with railroad operations or railroad maintenance experience.
• Willingness to work a rotating dayshift schedule including weekends.
• Champion of safe production methods and ideals. Promote continuous improvement.
• Understanding and ability to communicate and implement company safety rules, MSHA standards, environmental policies and procedures, and quality standards.
• Previous successful leadership experience is required.
• Understanding of the broader vision of the job function, company organization, and the mining industry.
• Able to plan, coordinate and follow-up on multiple work tasks with a variety of employees, departments, and contractors.
• Able to set clear goals and develop strategies to meet these goals.
• Able to clearly communicate the shift operating plan to employees and interact with other departments to meet the goals of the operating plan.
• Able to think logically using factual data provided. Able to make decisions based on information provided and input from others.
• Able to apply knowledge of safety rules, RR operating rules, and other company policies to guide the decision-making process.
• Able to clearly communicate and implement all new policies introduced and be able to provide technicians with up-to-date information regarding current best practices and standards.
• Strong computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office Software.

Benefits

The salary range for this role is $80,000 - $105,000. An employee's pay within the salary range will be based on numerous factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, experience, skills, geographic location and business or organizational needs.

Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. is the largest flat-rolled steel company and the largest iron ore pellet producer in North America. The Company is vertically integrated from mined raw materials, direct reduced iron, and ferrous scrap to primary steelmaking and downstream finishing, stamping, tooling, and tubing. We offer an excellent total compensation package including competitive pay with variable compensation opportunity, health insurance, retirement plan, education assistance, paid time off, and more.

Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. is an equal opportunity employer – M/F/Veteran/Disability. We are a drug-free workplace and conduct pre-employment screening as a condition of employment.