Supervisor Work Equipment

Canadian Pacific (CP) and Kansas City Southern (KCS) are now CPKC. As the only truly North American railway, we are making big moves! Drawing on our strong foundations and heritage, CPKC moves essential goods across our 20,000-mile network to support economic growth throughout Canada, the U.S. and Mexico. Be a part of history as we connect a continent and create exciting career opportunities across our new transnational network. Visit cpkcr.com to learn about the CPKC advantage, our purpose and culture.

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:

Lead a safe, efficient, cost-effective work equipment and vehicle maintenance program within their area of responsibility. Organize and control the resources responsible for the maintenance of work equipment in accordance with regulatory requirements and processes on their area. Supervise and monitor the execution of all repair activities. Provide leadership accountability for inputs and outputs of safety, service, productivity and financial metrics.

POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Provide track renewal crews with the required parts inventory
• Monitor parts inventory and usage to maintain the supply of parts as per current supply services guidelines and Work Equipment requirements
• Directs and monitors the inventory of crew trailers and work equipment repair facility
• Deliver inventory as required to the various stores in are of responsibility
• Ensure Track Program & Equipment Program crews have adequate parts to support production crews
• Prioritize work equipment repairs, scheduling and directing mechanics to complete repair in the area of their responsibility
• Implement work processes/changes that achieve continuous improvement
• Recommend changes to safety stocks to meet current demands
• Ensure parts are replenished to avoid critical shortages
• Ensures equipment work order management and maintenance records are kept accurate
• Maintains cross functional relationships and ensures clear cross functional working relationships with OEM and regulatory agencies
• Ensures supply of parts inventories are set to correct target levels
• Ensure maintainers are charging out parts to avoid parts issues

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or general equivalency diploma (GED)
• 5 years’ experience in a railway work equipment maintenance environment is preferred
• Demonstrated capability to monitor and record detailed data
• Able to follow a plan and process’s to achieve required goals
• Excellent computer skills
• Communicate with multiple suppliers at interpersonal level
• Ability to influence peers, cross functional co-managers and leadership team
• Ability to work with people, with integrity
• Self-motivated – demanding job task with minimum of direction

WHAT CPKC HAS TO OFFER:

• Flexible and competitive benefits package
• Employee Share Purchase Plan
• Annual Fitness Subsidy
• Part-time Studies Program

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

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

Medical Requirements:
Operating safely is a core foundation of CPKC. Our commitment is to protect our people, customers, communities in which we operate, the environment and our assets. We are also committed to a healthy and safe workplace. CPKC’s Alcohol and Drug Policy and Procedures (“Policy and Procedures”) support these commitments.   All new hires for a safety sensitive position will be required to complete a pre-employment medical that includes a physical, vision, hearing, alcohol, and drug audit assessment. Pre-employment qualification drug test(s) are also required. This includes candidates participating in the Trainee Program who will also be required to pass a drug test during the training process before receiving final qualification for the position.

Background Investigation:

The successful candidate will need to successfully complete the following clearances:    

• Criminal history check
• Driver’s License Verification

CPKC is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, inclusive of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

• Req ID: 103833
• Department: Engineering
• Job Type: Full-Time
• Position Type: Non-Union
• Location: Glenwood, Minnesota
• Country: United States
• # of Positions: 1
• Job Available to: Internal & External