Job Description

Overview

Founded in 1898 and headquartered in Chicago, IL, GATX Corporation (NYSE: GATX) is an industry leader with 125+ years of success—success that is powered by our people. At GATX, we hire the best and offer our employees a dynamic, energetic, collaborative environment to enable them to make an impact from day one. Enjoy the perks and benefits of a global company with the close-knit culture and community of a much smaller one. In the same way we strive to empower our customers to propel the world forward, we are dedicated to providing our people with the tools and resources they need to move forward in their careers.

This person will be accountable for skilled labor employees including all aspects of safety, quality, production and cost. Ensures the highest quality work in the most efficient and cost-effective manner possible.

Responsibilities

• Plans, organizes and supervises shift production in accordance with priority goals and availability of resources to ensure adequate and timely downstream flow to the finishing department. Performs quality audits to ensure a high-quality repair.
• Communicates work area status/activities to the Shift Lead/Production Manager(s). Communicate with downstream departments to facilitate smooth car flow.
• Uses technical experience, expertise and problem-solving ability to achieve and maintain quality repair. Maintains an effective work force by training, counseling and motivating agreement workers, and assure alignment with employee engagement.
• Ensure that all necessary administrative work is complete and accurate.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years’ experience in fast paced production environment with preferably 2-4 years’ railcar experience.
• Previous supervisory experience preferred.
• Minimum High School Diploma or equivalent.

Key Compentencies:

• Strong Core Values (integrity, respect, ownership, teamwork, openness, creativity, positive attitude)
• Organizational skills
• Detail-oriented
• Customer focus (internal customers)
• Ability to work well with others in a positive manner
• Ability to be flexible and to strive in a fast pace environment
• Leadership ability
• Decision Making
• Communication, both verbal and written
• Problem Solving
• Technical/Professional Knowledge

Other:

• Must be able to work in extreme temperature environments
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
• Must be able to climb ladders and perform work at elevated heights
• Must be able to walk for extended periods of time
• Must be able to sit/work in front of a computer for extended periods of time
• Minimal travel may be required within the US and Canada
• Role may occasionally support 2nd shift

NOTE: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

Posting Duration

This posting will remain open until the role is filled.

As of the post date, the salary range for this position is:

Min

USD $70,300.00/Yr.

Max

USD $84,000.00/Yr.

This role may be eligible to participate in the Company’s short-term incentive plan and long-term incentive plan, the details of which will be provided to the applicant upon hire.

This range is a reasonable estimate and takes into account several factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including, but not limited to, geographic location, skill set, experience, education, training, internal equity, and other business needs.