Repair Manager - Railcar Repair Shop

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The Repair Manager is responsible for supporting the Plant Manager in minimizing revenue loss associated with repair turnaround times while maintaining strong customer relationships through the efficient, safe, and cost-effective management of railcar repair operations. The role provides leadership and oversight for repair, lining, cleaning, coating, and painting activities, ensuring all work is completed in accordance with Company policies and procedures, engineering specifications, and applicable AAR, DOT, FRA, OSHA, and other regulatory requirements.

Through effective production planning, workforce management, and cross-functional coordination, the Repair Manager ensures customer expectations are met while maintaining high standards for safety, quality, productivity, and operational excellence.

Primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

Lead and direct all railcar repair operations through the supervision of Repair Supervisors, Lining Supervisors, and Cleaning Rack Supervisors.

Develop, coordinate, and manage production schedules to ensure timely completion of repairs and fulfillment of customer requirements.

Prioritize repair activities based on business needs, customer commitments, and direction provided by the Plant Manager.

Coordinate workflow and resources across multiple operational areas to maximize efficiency and minimize production delays.

Monitor and evaluate production performance, productivity, quality, and safety metrics throughout the repair process.

Ensure all repair, coating, painting, lining, and cleaning activities comply with Company Standard Operating Procedures and all applicable AAR, DOT, FRA, OSHA, and government regulations.

Maintain safe, organized, and productive work environments throughout the facility.

Provide leadership, coaching, training, and performance management for supervisory personnel, including conducting annual performance evaluations and developing new supervisors.

Collaborate with inspectors and quality personnel to ensure all work meets established quality standards and regulatory requirements.

Build and maintain positive working relationships with employees, union representatives (where applicable), customers, and all levels of plant management.

Support labor relations efforts, including participation in union climate meetings and employee engagement initiatives, as applicable.

Organize and conduct safety meetings, training programs, and compliance initiatives.

Assist in accident investigations and the preparation of incident and injury reports.

Oversee physical inventory activities and support effective materials management.

Manage vacation schedules and workforce coverage to ensure operational continuity.

Assist the Plant Manager in the development and management of annual operating budgets.

Serve as acting Plant Manager during periods of absence, including travel, vacation, illness, or other extended leaves.

Provide management coverage for absent Repair Supervisors and ensure uninterrupted operational leadership.

Identify and implement process improvements, enhanced work methods, and operational efficiencies to improve turnaround time, reduce costs, and maintain quality standards.

Promote a culture of continuous improvement, accountability, quality, and customer service throughout the organization.

Champion Union Tank Car Company's Quality Policy by ensuring internal and external customer expectations are consistently met or exceeded.

Support and actively participate in the Responsible Care Management System and all associated programs and initiatives.

Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned to support plant operations and business objectives.

Required Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent3–5 years previous supervisory or leadership…