Railyard Train Supervisor

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Location:

26664 Elwood International Port Road Elwood, IL 60421

💲 Starting Pay: $59,000 – $69,000/year

🕐 Status: Full-Time | Immediate Hire

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Schedule:

Open availability required, including all 12‑hour shifts (Texas Two‑Step rotating schedule). Shifts rotate every four months from days to nights, weekends, and holidays.

As a Railyard Train Supervisor
, you will coordinate inbound and outbound units, oversee train crews, and ensure compliance with company policies and federal regulations. You will manage terminal operations, provide daily operating plan execution, troubleshoot with local railroad officers, maintain a culture of safety, conduct investigations, execute efficiency tests, train crews, enforce safety practices, and perform other duties as assigned.

• Coordinate and oversee the loading and unloading of railcars for inbound and outbound units.
• Manage and supervise train crews, providing guidance and oversight to ensure operations are compliant with company policies and federal regulations.
• Assist in terminal operations, ensuring safety, efficiency, and productivity across all departments.
• Ensure the proper execution of the daily operating plan, coordinating all activities with the rail crew and yardmasters.
• Work closely with local railroad officers to address and resolve operational issues and ensure efficient flow of operations.
• Promote a culture of safety and Zero Harm by actively and aggressively preventing accidents and personal injuries.
• Initiate and conduct thorough investigations into accidents and incidents, identifying root causes, implementing remedial actions, and recommending solutions.
• Conduct efficiency tests, check rides, stop tests, and operational tests to assess the effectiveness of training programs and monitor compliance with rules and regulations.
• Provide training for switch crews and yardmasters on job‑related duties, as well as federal and company regulations, safety protocols, and preventive maintenance guidelines.
• Uphold and enforce safety practices, company policies, and federal regulations, ensuring compliance at all times.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the company, including administrative and non‑administrative tasks.

• Customer service experience is preferred, with an emphasis on clear communication and responsiveness.
• Indoor desk position with responsibilities that include managing administrative tasks, overseeing the operation, and training staff.
• Open availability required, including the ability to work rotating 12‑hour shifts (Texas Two Step) and alternating between day and night shifts.
• Facility operates 24/7, so weekend and holiday shifts are required.
• Proficiency in typing, mathematical knowledge, organization, and time management skills to perform various administrative functions efficiently.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office (Windows, PowerPoint, Excel) to manage reports, training documents, and operational updates.
• Must pass a pre‑employment background verification, physical and drug screening.
• Must comply with Federal Railroad Administration safety regulations. Use of cannabis is strictly prohibited.

We offer competitive pay, medical/dental/vision benefits, 401(k), paid training, career advancement, and more.

Con Global and submit your application.