Railway Supervisor

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Full Time Regular Management Pryor, OK, US

Salary Range: $66,300.00 To $83,000.00 Annually

IP Corporation is a privately held, family-owned chemical manufacturing organization with more than 70 years of stability, innovation, and growth. Headquartered in Minnesota, IP Corporation supports a portfolio of operating companies that manufacture and distribute resins, gel coats, composite materials, and specialty polymer solutions used across a wide range of industrial applications.

Our operating companies, Interplastic Corporation, North American Composites, HK Research, and Molding Products, work together to deliver technical expertise, high-quality products, and long-term partnerships to customers around the world. We are known for our customer-first mindset, strong technical capabilities, and collaborative culture built on trust and continuous improvement.

The Railway Supervisor is responsible for the safe, efficient, and compliant operation of all rail activities within the facility. This position manages railcar switching operations, coordinates inbound rail shipments from suppliers, oversees rail yard logistics, and ensures compliance with Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) regulations and company safety policies.

The Railway Supervisor serves as the site subject matter expert for rail operations and FRA requirements, supporting rail training initiatives and maintaining operational readiness. This position also provides backup support to the Materials Manager as needed. The ideal candidate brings strong rail operations experience, excellent leadership and communication skills, and a demonstrated commitment to safety, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence.

• Plan, coordinate, and execute railcar switching activities in the rail yard, and safely operate locomotives, Track mobiles, and associated rail equipment.
• Manage inbound and outbound railcar movements to support production and supply chain requirements, coordinating placement and removal with suppliers, carriers, and internal stakeholders.
• Serve as the site lead for FRA compliance and rail safety programs, maintaining site operating procedures, training records, and regulatory readiness.
• Coordinate and support FRA-required training for rail personnel, and communicate regulatory changes to affected employees.
• Conduct job briefings, audits, and inspections, identify compliance gaps, and implement corrective actions.
• Apply non-main track rules and switching procedures, including operating switches and derails, coupling and uncoupling railcars, connecting air hoses, and applying hand brakes.
• Perform daily inspections of locomotives, Track mobiles, railcars, brakes, and safety devices, and complete operating reports, switching records, and required documentation.
• Provide backup support to the Materials Manager, assisting with inbound raw material scheduling, inventory management, and coordination with production, logistics, and procurement.
• Promote a culture of safety and accountability, ensuring all rail activities meet FRA, OSHA, DOT, environmental, and company requirements.

• High school diploma or GED.
• Three to five years of experience operating locomotives, Track mobiles, or similar rail equipment.
• Demonstrated experience with rail switching operations and rail yard activities.
• Working knowledge of FRA regulations and rail safety practices.
• Strong organizational and planning abilities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications…