Mechanical Supervisor (Rail Industry)

Position summary:

The Mechanical Supervisor will oversee workflow and be responsible for coaching, resolving issues and serving as a link between subordinates and upper management. This candidate will be an individual who will be able to guide and train employees, be well-versed in company processes, results-driven and focused. The goal is to ensure that operations are carried out productively to ensure profitability and sustainable growth.

Responsibilities:

• Sets goals for performance and deadlines in ways that comply with the plans and vision of Eagle; communicate these goals to subordinates.
• Organize workflow and ensure that employees understand their duties or delegated tasks.
• Monitor employee productivity and provide constructive feedback and coaching.
• Receive complaints and resolve problems.
• Maintain timekeeping for department.
• Pass on information from upper management to employees and vice versa.
• Prepare and submit performance reports.
• Hire and train new employees.
• Ensure adherence to legal and company policies and procedures and undertake disciplinary actions if the need arises.

Requirements:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Outstanding organizational and leadership skills
• Proven experience as supervisor or relevant role.
• Familiarity with company policies and legal guidelines of the field.
• Ability to learn and interpret a variety of job descriptions.

Regulations and Regulatory requirements:

• Ability to read, interpret and follow PDS (Product Data Sheet) and SDS (Safety Data Sheets).
• Knowledge of general safety practices and standards within a heavy industrial environment. Ability to understand and follow all safety rules, wear PPE required for position, and focus on preventing safety incidents.
• Ability to communicate ideas / information in writing and through speech so that others will understand.
• Proficiency in MS Office applications with the ability to learn proprietary database systems

Work Environment / Conditions and Physical Demands:

• Able to stand for long periods of time with limited breaks.
• Must be able to repetitively lift up-to 75 pounds and team lift up-to 150 pounds.
• Work in extreme temperatures and elements for an extended period of time.
• Must be able to work in confined spaces.
• Working around heavy moving equipment
• Must be able to work at elevated heights.
• Climb, squat, bend, and twist to accomplish work tasks.
• Requires the use of a tight-fitting respirator; You must be appropriately clean-shaven per OSHA 29 CFR 1910.134, at all times

Experience and Education:

• High School Diploma, GED, or High School Equivalence Certificate
• 3 years railcar repair experience.

About Eagle Railcar Services Eagle Railcar Services is a leading provider of railcar repair and maintenance solutions, serving customers across a nationwide network of facilities and field operations. With a strong commitment to safety, quality, and customer service, our teams work every day to ensure railcars move safely and efficiently across the country. We take pride in developing our people, delivering high-quality work, and supporting the essential industries that keep America moving.