CN • Edmonton, AB T5A 0A1
Job #2810824757
At CN,everydaybrings new and exciting challenges.Youcan expectan interestingenvironment whereyou'repart of making sure ourbusiness isrunning optimallyandsafely-helpingkeep the economy on ~~~ provide the kind of paid training and opportunitiesthat long-term careers are built on and we recognize hard workers whostriveto make a difference.You will be able to thrive in ourclose-knit, safety-focused cultureworking together as ONE TEAM.The careers we offer are meaningful because the work we do matters. Join us!
Job Summary
The Production Supervisor is responsible for training, auditing, scheduling, and carrying out quality control of production rails, ties, and surfacing crews.
Main Responsibilities
Supervise assigned employees and ensure work is performed within CN standards on a daily basis
Handle day-to-day issues, as well as hourly performance issues, including conducting investigations, recommending appropriate disciplinary actions, and responding to grievances
Provide technical and field training to all production gang employees
Build safety compliance and improve safety results through regular efficiency testing and safety walkabouts
Provide positive and constructive feedback and coaching
Lead on-boarding and training activities of new employees
Manage budgets, workforce productivity and manpower within CN policies and Five Guiding Principles
Operate in conjunction with appropriate collective bargaining agreements
Assist in scheduling production rails, ties, and surfacing gangs
Collaborate with Transportation to coordinate track time
Enforce safe work procedures and policies
Working Conditions
The role will be partially performed in an office environment but mainly outdoors in various types of weather and environmental conditions with irregular hours, including nights, weekends and holidays. The role requires being available on-call based on territory requirements. The position requires frequent travel (70% - 90%), including overnight stays away from home, at times without advanced notice. Due to the nature of the role, the incumbent must be able to meet tight deadlines, handle pressure and manage stress. The position requires responding to unexpected and emergency situations as well as being able to lift up to 80 lbs.
The Production Supervisor will receive training on United States Operating Rules (USOR) in Homewood, IL. Training related to terminal operations will be carried out on the job and facilitated by current Production Supervisors, Track Supervisors, Senior Managers of Engineering and Assistant Regional Chiefs.
Requirements
Experience
Railroad
Minimum 5 years of railroad experience
Safety compliance experience
Experience troubleshooting and problem solving
Experience working with Systems, Applications and Products (SAP) and Track Inspection System (TIS)
Minimum 2 years of railroad experience*
Minimum 1 year of track experience*
*Any experience for these above would be considered as an asset
Education/Certification/Designation
High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED)
Associate Degree in Engineering or Vocational School equivalent*
Valid driver's licence
Meets all medical fitness for duty requirements
USOR qualified
*Any designation for these above would be considered as an asset
Competencies
Identifies risks and anticipates impacts to ensure a safe and secure environment
Improves processes on a continuous basis to enhance safety, security and to reduce CN's environmental footprint
Displays a customer centric attitude
Shares timely information within and across functions to get things done effectively
Inspires others with impactful communications and adapts to the audience
Leverages feedback and coaching to improve performance
Tracks metrics to achieve ambitious targets and holds self and others accountable to meet performance expectations
Responds with agility and reacts quickly
Deals with pressure and change by staying calm to quickly adapt to changes
Technical Skills/Knowledge
Strong knowledge of Engineering Track Standards (ETS) and operation measures
General Microsoft Computer skills (Excel, Word)
Knowledge of track structure, construction and maintenance, and identifying track defects
About CN
CN is a world-class transportation leader and trade-enabler. Essential to the economy, to the customers, and to the communities it serves, CN safely transports more than 300 million tons of natural resources, manufactured products, and finished goods throughout North America every year. As the only railroad connecting Canada's Eastern and Western coasts with the Southern tip of the U.S. through a19,500 milerail network, CN and its affiliates have been contributing to community prosperity and sustainable trade since 1919. CN is committed to programs supporting social responsibility and environmental stewardship. At CN, we work as ONE TEAM, focused on safety,sustainabilityand our customers, providing operational and supply chain excellence to deliver results.
At CN, we are dedicated to building North America'ssafest, (~~~/) mostinclusive (~~~/) andsustainable (~~~/) railroad, which includes reflecting the communities in which we operate. Research shows that candidates from underrepresented groups often don't apply unless they feel they fit the job posting at 100%. Even if you don't see yourself in every job requirement listed in a posting, we still encourage you to apply. If you require an accommodation for the recruitment process (including alternate formats of materials, accessible meeting rooms or other accommodations), please reach out to our team at ~~~.
As an equal employment opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, and other protected status as required by applicable law. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only candidates under consideration will be contacted. Please monitor your email on a regular basis, as communication is primarily made through email.
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