Supervisor Production

Join CPKC, North America’s first transnational railroad connecting U.S. Canada and Mexico, where your career drives progress and safety is paramount. We connect communities, fuel economic growth, and provide meaningful work in a culture that values diversity, accountability, and pride. With opportunities for training, development, and advancement, you’re not just building a career—you’re part of something bigger. Together, we move goods, connect people, and create lasting change. Your future starts here.

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:

The Production Supervisor will be responsible for leading and managing the safe completion of assigned track construction projects, ensuring all work aligns with established safety procedures and industry best practices. This role requires strong leadership and accountability, promoting a culture of excellence in safety, service quality, and productivity among team members. A thorough understanding of the collective bargaining agreement (CBA) is essential for effectively overseeing workflow. Candidates with a solid background in construction or manufacturing management are encouraged to apply. This position requires 100% travel, covering the territory from Marquette, IA to Davenport, IA.

POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Report to Manager Production; maintain clear communication and provide updates on project progress and key metrics
• Uphold all CPKC regulations and standards in the execution of assigned project responsibilities, ensuring strict compliance and accountability
• Conduct thorough investigations into breaches of CPKC policies, safety practices, and procedures, identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions to prevent recurrence
• Actively contribute to the development and implementation of optimized workflows and process enhancements to deliver ongoing efficiency and performance improvements
• Promote and ensure adherence to CPKC policies, safety practices, and procedures across all team members and direct reports, fostering a culture of safety and accountability
• Evaluate planned capital work, validate material readiness, and confirm execution strategies to ensure seamless project delivery and alignment with organizational objectives

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or general equivalency
• Minimum two (2) years of engineering, construction or railroad industry experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Valid driver's license

• People leadership skills
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Excel, complemented by a project management mindset

WHAT CPKC HAS TO OFFER:

• Flexible and competitive benefits package
• Competitive company pension and/or retirement plans
• Employee share purchase plan
• Performance incentive plan
• Annual fitness subsidy
• Part-time studies program

PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS:

Medical and Drug Testing

This is a safety sensitive position and a successful pre-employment medical assessment including physical, vision, hearing, and a negative company or regulated drug test is required. Post hire qualification drug testing may also be required.

Background Investigation

• Criminal history check
• Education verification
• Professional references
• Driver’s license verification and driving history
• Department of Transportation Background Check 40.25 Form
• Social Security Number verification

BECOMING A RAILROADER:

As an employee with a North American presence, the possibility does exist that the location of your position may be changed based on organizational requirements.

Management Conductor Program

Becoming a qualified conductor or locomotive engineer is the single best way for a management employee to learn the business at CPKC. You may be required to obtain a certification or to maintain your current certification/qualification as a conductor or locomotive engineer.

CULTURE OF INCLUSION:

For our U.S. applicants, CPKC is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, inclusive of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. For Canadian applicants CPKC is an employment equity employer committed to the principles of employment equity and inclusion. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply including: women, Black, Indigenous, People of Color (BIPOC), members of the LGBTQ+ community and people with disabilities. Accommodations for the job application process can be provided, as appropriate, upon request. All applicant information will be managed in accordance with the federal Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA).

• Req ID: 105158
• Department: Engineering
• Job Type: Full-Time
• Position Type: Non-Union
• Location: Davenport, Iowa
• Country: United States
• % of Travel: 90-100%
• # of Positions: 1
• Job Grade: 5
• Job Available to: Internal & External

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