Founded in 1898 and headquartered in Chicago, IL, GATX Corporation (NYSE:GATX) strives to be recognized as the finest railcar leasing company worldwide. Our competitive advantage is our full-service leasing business model, including a world-class railcar maintenance network. The key to our long-term growth and success is attracting and retaining top talent.

The Cleaning Supervisor provides leadership, direction and management for the operation of the Railcar Cleaning and Purge Rack Department at the Service Centers. Accountable for leadership of skilled labor employees including all aspects of safety, quality, production and cost. Ensures the highest quality of work in the most efficient and cost-effective manner. Additionally, this position will be responsible for compliance with all corporate and regulatory environmental policies regarding hazardous waste and water disposal.

Supervises the railcar cleaning and purge processes. Manage up to 20 hourly employees. Specific duties include, but are not limited to, the following: managing the budget for the Cleaning Department, including the purchase of supplies, materials and maintenance items necessary to support cleaning and purge activities. Responsible for creating cleaning car files, including work orders and cleaning confirmation forms. Assists Corporate EHS with coordinating and managing commodity off-loading, brokering and/or or customer returns. Perform training associated with railcar cleaning including, but not limited to, commodity hazards, cleaning recipes and cleaning procedures. Ensures that all operations performed at the Cleaning and Purge facilities are completed in compliance with all applicable Environmental, Health and Safety regulations and policies. Maintain departmental performance in key areas including safety incidents, daily safety observations, near-miss reporting, corrective actions, training, and other categories.
1. Manage the hazardous materials and air emissions generated from the Cleaning processes. Analyze and classify waste appropriately. Disposal of material in compliance with OSHA and GATX mandated safety programs. Assists Corporate EHS with performing initial and tri-annual recertification audits of waste contractors.
2. Manage the wastewater treatment process to include all aspects (monitoring, treatment, and disposal). Research alternative options of treatment to reach desired target levels.
3. Communicates work area status/activities to the Production Manager(s). Communicates with down stream departments to facilitate smooth car flow.
4. Uses technical experience, expertise and problem-solving ability to achieve and maintain quality work. Maintains and effective work force by training, counseling and motivating direct reports.

• Minimum High School Diploma or equivalent (college degree with background in chemistry and/or environmental science preferred)
• Minimum of 3 years' experience (5 years preferred) in fast-paced production environment
• Previous supervisory experience preferred
• Strong computer skills
• Foster a respectful and inclusive work environment
• Develop and mentor others
• TEchnical/Professional knowledge
• Safety awareness
• Communication skills
• Effective leadership and team building skills
• Detail oriented

As of April 26, 2024, the salary range for this position is $77,000 to $85,000. This range for this position is a reasonable estimate and takes into account several factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to geographic location, skill set, experience, education, training, internal equity and other business needs.

GATX embraces diversity, and we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.