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Production Foreman

1 month ago

Bismarck, United States Northern Plains Railroad, Inc. Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description


Company: Northern Plains Railroad

Business Unit: CTW

Department: Maintenance & Repair

Reports to: Construction or Regional Manager

Job Status: Full Time

Schedule: M-F 07:00-15:30 with OT, Occasional weekends, additional hours as necessary.

Travel required: 80+ % outside region.

Summary:

The Northern Plains Railroad, Inc. (NPR) d.b.a. Northern Plains Rail Services (NPRS) and other affiliated companies Production Foreman reports to the Construction Manager at NPR, the Foreman is responsible for managing and directing a crew of 4-8 workers to deliver a successful project by meeting or exceeding corporate or project goals for safety, quality, profitability, and schedule, resulting in extreme customer satisfaction.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities at NPR and other affiliated companies are, but are not limited to:

  • Pre-plans projects and work activities with Superintendent to develop the best means and methods as it relates to standard and safety action plans.
  • Plans the day-to-day operations on assigned project and ensures that proper resources are in place for the timely and safe completion of work, including labor, tools, equipment, and materials.
  • Takes responsibility for crew performance as it relates to quality, department goals, work performance audits, and company policies and procedures.
  • Conducts daily job briefings with crew to review the production goals and performance feedback as it relates to efficiency; identify potential hazards, and welcome feedback from the workers.
  • Always maintains a dedication to safety and quality, being the example, educating & training the workers, and enforcing safe work practices designated by the Company or customer.
  • Communicates with customers and ensures a high level of customer satisfaction.
  • Produces daily production reports, tracks project time, keeps equipment logs, keeps inspection reports, administers change orders, and keeps updated project files.

Competencies:

To perform this job successfully at NPR and other affiliated companies, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

  • Ability to read and understand project specific documents including schedules, standard plans, and specs.
  • Thorough knowledge of the potential occupational hazards and safety precautions of work being performed.
  • Able to inspect and recognize any deviation from track safety standard and have the ability to diagnose, prescribe and perform the procedures to correct.
  • Must have the comprehensive skills necessary to understand and transfer detailed written & oral instruction.
  • Strong client relation skills & strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office a bonus or possess the skills to learn.
  • Valid driver’s license.

Physical Demands:

NPR may make reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the physical demands listed below:

  • The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to perform on uneven or slippery surfaces, platforms, ladders, equipment in all weather and temperature conditions. Most of the day could be spent on feet standing. Eye/hand coordination, hand/feet dexterity and grasping hand tools, materials & equipment is required. The employee is frequently required to perform manual labor & physical activities that require considerable use of the whole body, such as standing and lifting from various levels.
  • Additional physical demands are listed in the chart below.
  • May require travel to various facilities and provide additional services.

Environmental:

  • Continuous: Must be able to work outdoors in all extreme weather conditions. Work outdoors at project sites in harsh weather conditions including very hot and very cold weather. Exposure to dust. Uneven surfaces. Must wear appropriate safety equipment such as safety glasses, hard hats, safety footwear, and hearing protection as required by the company.
  • Frequent: Noise
  • Occasional: Vibration, works at heights.
  • Must be able to work in all types of weather, including very hot and very cold weather.
  • Exposed to live track/trains/moving equipment.
  • Exposed to loud noises.

Education and Training

  • GED or higher.
  • 1 Year or more working in Railroad or Construction Industries
  • Must have and maintain an insurable driving status which includes but is not limited to NPR driver provisions.

Requirements of Joining Our Team:

Our comprehensive pre-employment process ensures the well-being and integrity of our team. To join our organization, candidates are required to:

1. Pass a mandatory drug test to maintain a drug-free workplace. Random, reasonable suspicion and post-accident testing may also be required throughout employment.

2. Undergo a thorough physical examination to ensure the requirements of the position can be met.

3. Provide professional references to validate qualifications and character.

4. Complete a comprehensive background check to confirm suitability for the position.

We value transparency and the safety of our employees and customers, and these steps are essential in upholding our commitment to excellence.

LIFT 2 - Physical Demands Checklist

* Never (N) = Not at all * Rarely (R) = 1-5% * Occasionally (O) = 6-33% * Frequently (F) = 34-66% * Continuously (C) = 67-100%

TASKS

N 0%

R 1-5%

O

6-33%

F

34-66%

C 67-100%

Essential

Comments

Sitting

X

Standing

X

X

Walking Distance: 600 ft

X

X

Bending/Stooping: 2 min

X

X

Sitting while twisting & reaching above shoulder level

X

X

Crawling 10 ft

X

Squatting: 10 reps

X

X

TASKS continued

N 0%

R 1-5%

O 6-33%

F 34-66%

C 67-100%

Essential

Comments

Climbing Stairs: YMCA Step Test

X

X

NOT Pass or Fail

Climbing Ladder: 30 rungs

X

X

Balancing CTSIB-M test

X

X

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