Senior Lead – Rail Operations
Location: Greer, SC
Job Type: Full-time
Shift: A-Shift
Lead from the Front with Road & Rail Services
Road & Rail Services is hiring a hands-on Senior Lead to oversee employees performing rail and terminal operations. This position is responsible for maintaining a safe, productive, and quality-focused work environment.
This is not a desk-only leadership role. The Senior Lead will spend most of the shift in the work area-training employees, monitoring work practices, checking quality, correcting safety concerns, and helping the team complete daily assignments.
The right candidate will be a dependable leader who communicates clearly, holds employees accountable, and is willing to work alongside the team.
What You Will Do
Direct and support employees performing daily operational duties
Maintain a safe working environment and correct unsafe conditions immediately
Ensure compliance with company, customer, OSHA, EPA, FRA, and DOT requirements
Train employees on safety rules, work instructions, quality procedures, and site SOPs
Monitor employee performance, productivity, attendance, and work quality
Assign work and help the team meet daily production requirements
Report and document accidents, injuries, equipment damage, and safety incidents
Investigate operational or quality issues and help prevent repeat occurrences
Ensure employees properly use required tools, equipment, and personal protective equipment
Identify opportunities to improve safety, service quality, and operating efficiency
Communicate operational needs and employee concerns to site management
Work alongside employees when necessary to support safe and timely job completion
Promote a workplace built on respect, accountability, and teamwork
What We Are Looking For
Previous lead, supervisory, logistics, railroad, automotive, warehouse, manufacturing, or industrial experience preferred
Ability to train, coach, motivate, and direct employees
Strong commitment to workplace safety and quality
Ability to enforce policies and address performance concerns consistently
Clear written and verbal communication skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced operation
Basic computer skills
Ability to work independently and make sound decisions
Valid state driver's license when required to operate company equipment
Ability to meet all applicable conditions-of-employment requirements
Dependable attendance and availability for the assigned schedule
Physical and Work Environment
This position requires the ability to:
Work outdoors in heat, cold, rain, dust, limited lighting, and noisy conditions
Walk on uneven surfaces and remain active throughout the shift
Frequently bend, twist, crouch, and perform repetitive movements
Occasionally climb and work at heights exceeding 20 feet
Occasionally lift up to 50 pounds, including above shoulder level
Stand for periods exceeding two hours
Hear and follow verbal work and safety instructions
Communicate by telephone and two-way radio
Review and enter information using a computer
Properly wear all required personal protective equipment
Perform the essential duties with or without reasonable accommodation
Benefits
Road & Rail Services offers:
Medical, vision, and dental insurance
401(k) retirement plan and company
Paid holidays and vacation
Annual shoe and boot allowance
Company-provided personal protective equipment
Career advancement opportunities
A promote-from-within culture
A veteran-friendly workplace
About Road & Rail Services
Established in 1987, Road & Rail Services provides rail-related services throughout North America. Our teams support plant and terminal operations, field maintenance, and rail-asset services for railroads, shippers, and equipment owners.
If you are a hands-on leader who puts safety first and knows how to keep a team focused, productive, and accountable, apply today.
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