What are the responsibilities and job description for the GENERAL SUPERVISOR position at Norfolk Southern Corp?
Primary Purpose: Supervises and administers the material procurement function for a fleet of locomotives.
Principal Duties:
- Oversees office staff functions for the maintenance of all locomotive records required by the FRA and the Corporation, for evaluation of locomotive maintenance practices, and recovery of warranty claims.
- Supervises ordering, storage, and usage of material to optimize turns and inventory.
- Handles all storehouse documentation such as requisitions, invoices, accounting entries, etc.
- Supervises handling of locomotive warranty material in its removal and disposition with the manufacturer.
Job Related Experience:
- Minimum Level: 1-2 years
- Preferred Level: 3-5 years
Education:
- Preferred Level: Bachelor’s Degree (BA)
- Preferred Majors: Business Administration and Management
Skills:
Career Path:
Predecessor Jobs
- Proficiency in Microsoft Suite
- Excellent communication skills
- Attention to detail and highly organized
- Leadership experience with the ability to handle conflict and foster a positive work environment
- Ability to promote a culture of safety awareness and accident prevention.
- Ability to relocate and work flexible days/hours as determined by business needs
- Identifies opportunities for continuous improvement
Career Path:
Predecessor Jobs
- Mechanical Supervisor
- Senior General Supervisor
- Superintendent Locomotive Operations
Work Conditions
- Shift Work: Yes
- On-Call: Yes
- Weekend Work: Yes
- Environment: Outdoor/Field
- Travel Required: 3 - 5 Days per Month
Company Overview
Since 1827, Norfolk Southern Corporation (NYSE: NSC) and its predecessor companies have safely moved the goods and materials that drive the U.S. economy. Today, it operates a customer-centric and operations-driven freight transportation network. Committed to furthering sustainability, Norfolk Southern helps its customers avoid 15 million tons of yearly carbon emissions by shipping via rail. Its dedicated team members deliver more than 7 million carloads annually, from agriculture to consumer goods, and is the largest rail shipper of auto products and metals in North America. Norfolk Southern also has the most extensive intermodal network in the eastern U.S., serving a majority of the country’s population and manufacturing base, with connections to every major container port on the Atlantic coast as well as the Gulf of Mexico and Great Lakes.
At Norfolk Southern, we believe in celebrating our individuality. By leveraging the unique backgrounds and viewpoints of our employees, we can create a culture of innovation, respect, and inclusion. We know that employees thrive in a workplace where differing viewpoints, ideas, and experiences are freely shared and valued. As such, we encourage all employees to contribute their distinctive skills and capabilities to our organization.
Equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, and gender identity. Together, we power progress.
