Transportation Supervisor

Canadian National Railway - Flint, MI

Full-time - Entry Level

Flint, MI

Merchant Wholesalers, Nondurable Goods

About the position

The Transportation Supervisor is an entry-level front line supervisor responsible for managing day-to-day train operations within a territory or terminal, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and operational rules. This role involves coaching unionized train crews, responding to incidents, and maintaining service commitments while working in a safety-focused environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day train operations within a territory or terminal.
• Coach and train unionized employees on safe and productive work procedures.
• Build safety compliance and improve safety results through regular observations.
• Respond to crossing accidents and incidents, providing support to management.
• Train, audit, and enforce Standard Operating Procedures.
• Use operational data to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Oversee crew utilization and track labor costs.
• Manage accurate reporting of delays and identify ways to reduce them.
• Plan and organize workflow in collaboration with rail traffic control.
• Conduct performance evaluations and onboarding for new employees.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 4 years of supervisory experience in a safety-compliant environment.
• 3 years of experience on railroad as conductor.
• Experience working with heavy machinery.

Nice-to-haves

• Degree in Business or Logistics.
• Certified Conductor or Locomotive Engineer.

Benefits

• Paid training