Manager Production Welding

Canadian Pacific (CP) and Kansas City Southern (KCS) are now CPKC. As the only truly North American railway, we are making big moves! Drawing on our strong foundations and heritage, CPKC moves essential goods across our 20,000-mile network to support economic growth throughout Canada, the U.S. and Mexico. Be a part of history as we connect a continent and create exciting career opportunities across our new transnational network. Visit cpkcr.com to learn about the CPKC advantage, our purpose and culture.


Purpose of the position:

Manage and lead a team of employees that work on track construction projects. You will also provide leadership accountability for inputs and outputs of safety, service, and productivity. While railway experience is preferred, candidates with 5+ plus years of thermite and/or flash butt welding is ideal.



Position accountabilities:

Mentor an average of 12 direct reports to improve their efficiency and holding accountability when needed
This position is 100% travel (expenses are covered by CPKC), currently on an 8 on, 6 off schedule
Territory covers Chapleau to Dorian and ending in Windsor
Reviews planned capital work, confirms material, and execution requirements
Ensure CPKC regulatory compliance for respective track projects
Promote and implement the application of CPKC policies, safety practices, and procedures by all direct reports
Participate in the development of and implement work processes/changes with your team that achieve continuous improvement
Position requirements:

High School Diploma or equivalent
Candidates with a solid construction and/or manufacturing management background will be considered in lieu of railway experience
5 years of progressive Supervisory experience in Track Renewal/Maintenance is preferred
Solid understanding of Red Book, SPC's, GEI
Capability to lead a project plan/schedule
People leadership skills
Knowledge of Microsoft Excel

What CPKC has to offer:

Flexible and competitive benefits package
Competitive company pension plan
Employee Share Purchase Plan
Performance Incentive Program
Annual Fitness Subsidy
Part-time Studies Program

Additional information:

As an employer with North American presence, the possibility does exist that the location of your position may be changed based on organizational requirements.



Medical Requirements:

Operating safely is a core foundation of CPKC. Our commitment is to protect our people, customers, communities in which we operate, the environment and our assets. We are also committed to a healthy and safe workplace. CPKC’s Alcohol and Drug Policy and Procedures (“Policy and Procedures”) support these commitments. All new hires for a safety sensitive position will be required to complete a pre-employment medical that includes a physical, vision, hearing, alcohol, and drug audit assessment. Pre-employment qualification drug test(s) are also required. This includes candidates participating in the Trainee Program who will also be required to pass a drug test during the training process before receiving final qualification for the position.


Background Investigation:

The successful candidate will need to successfully complete the following clearances:

Criminal history check
Reference check
Education verification
Driver’s License Verification

Management Conductor Program:

Becoming a qualified conductor or locomotive engineer is the single best way for a management employee to learn the business at CPKC. You may be required to obtain a certification or to maintain your current certification/qualification as a conductor or locomotive engineer.

CPKC is an employment equity employer committed to the principles of employment equity and inclusion. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply including women, Black, Indigenous, People of Colour (BIPOC), members of the LGBTQ+ community, and people with disabilities. Accommodations for the job application process can be provided, as appropriate, upon request. All applicant information will be managed in accordance with the federal Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA).

Req ID: 104451
Department: Engineering
Job Type: Full-Time
Position Type: Non-Union
Location: Toronto, Ontario
Country: Canada
% of Travel: +0-100%
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