General Manager Job Phillipsburg Kansas USA,Management

Company / Benefits Overview:

Are you ready to build a rewarding career in the railroad industry? Join the Genesee & Wyoming Inc. (G&W) team — part of a legacy that is over 125 years old. With a network of 100+ individual freight railroads and 4,000 employees across North America, we provide transportation and logistics services to more than 2,000 customers.

At G&W, we live by our Core Values:
Safety, Service, Integrity, Respect, Transparency, Accountability, Innovation and Excellence. We offer competitive pay, a comprehensive benefits package, and paid training to help you succeed. Check out some of our great benefits below:

Medical, Dental, Vision & Telehealth
Life Insurance
Optional benefit coverages for Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital, & Life Insurance
Flexible Spending & Health Savings account plans
Employee Assistance Program
401(k) Retirement Plan
On the Job Training
Paid Time Off
Tuition Reimbursement
And more!

* Benefits are subject to change

Job Summary:

As a General Manager, you’ll provide strategic leadership for all aspects of railroad operations, driving safety, service excellence, and financial performance across your assigned territory. This high-impact role is responsible for building strong teams, fostering customer relationships, and ensuring that railroads operate efficiently while meeting business goals.

You’ll lead both operational and administrative functions, balancing day-to-day execution with long-term planning. This role is ideal for a results-oriented leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about developing people, serving customers, and growing the business.

Responsibilities:

Manage all aspects of railroad operations with accountability for safety, service, operating practices, and financial results
Establish and maintain strong customer relationships ensuring service commitments are met through actively engaging to understand operational needs
Manage operating budgets, payroll, expenses, and company assets to achieve financial objectives and drive overall business performance.
Build and develop high-performing teams through hiring, coaching, training, and employee development
Partner with Human Resources on hiring and employee relations following all applicable policies and regulations
Submit annual business plan and analyze daily/monthly performance of the railroads to determine changes in operations required to stay on plan
Establish the railroad within the community it serves, especially relations with connecting carriers; local suppliers; local, state, and federal politicians and governmental agencies; and the business community
Represent the railroad within industry trade associations
Respond to and investigate accidents / incidents (derailments, personal injury, etc.), prepare associated reports and provide proper notification
Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and operational excellence and ensure alignment with the company’s Core Values.
Assist with other projects and other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions /

Physical Requirements:

Full-time (40 plus hours weekly)
Varying schedule in a 24/7 work environment that includes nights, holidays, weekends, and on-call
Must be available to take calls and report outside of normal business hours on short notice to handle emergencies or situations related to maintaining fluid railroad operations
Outdoor work in all weather conditions
Walking long distances on uneven surfaces and climbing ladders and equipment always ensuring three points of contact in varying environmental conditions
Able to squat, bend and lift overhead
Have good balance and coordination
Must meet vision requirements (including color)

Skills and Experience:

5+ years of work experience in the railroad industry with supervisory…