Supervisor Intermodal and Automotive Canadian Pacific Kansas City United States, Illinois, Bensenville 205 West Grand Avenue (Show on map) Sep 08, 2026 Join CPKC, North America's first transnational railroad connecting U.S., Canada, and Mexico, where your career drives progress and safety is paramount. We connect communities, fuel economic growth, and provide meaningful work in a culture that values diversity, accountability, and pride. With opportunities for training, development, and advancement, you're not just building a career-you're part of something bigger. Together, we move goods, connect people, and create lasting change. Your future starts here.

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

As theSupervisor,Intermodal& Automotive Operations, you will oversee and coordinate terminal activities to ensure efficient train handling, loading and unloading of railcars, and execution ofintermodaland automotive processes. This role focuses on safety, operational performance, resource allocation, and delivering exceptional service in alignment with company standards and priorities.

POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES

Direct and manage yard operations to meet train schedules, customer expectations, and performance targets

Provide leadership and guidance to terminal staff responsible for executing yard processes

Collaborate with internal departments including Mechanical, Train & Engine, Engineering, and the Operations Center, to ensure seamless execution of operational plans

Issue clear and timely instructions for train movements and yard activities.

Coordinate all terminal functions, including hostler, lifter, and truck operations.

Maintain accurate and timely updates in operational systems

Ensure documentation is complete, accurate, and effectively communicated across shifts and teams

Monitor compliance, identify opportunities for process improvement, and escalate issues as necessary

Lead safety initiatives, including efficiency testing, safety meetings, driver interactions, walkabouts, and securement audits

Manage terminal inventory within assigned areas of responsibility

Ensure adherence to company policies, safety regulations, and collective agreements

Oversee operations related to perishables, ensuring service excellence and safe execution of terminal plans

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

High School Diploma or General Equivalency

2 years' experience in railroad or terminal operations

Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to identify root causes and implement effective solutions

Ability to quickly learn and utilize systems such as OASIS, TMS, RPM, and TYES

Proficiency in MS Outlook, Word, and Excel

Experience working with a unionized workforce preferred

Excellent communication skills and openness to constructive feedback

Flexibility to work in a 24/7 operational environment as required

Valid driver's license

WHAT CPKC HAS TO OFFER

Flexible and competitive benefits package

Competitive company pension and/or retirement plans

Employee share purchase plan

Performance incentive plan

Annual fitness subsidy

Part-time studies program

PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS

Medical and Drug Testing This is a safety sensitive position and a successful pre-employment medical assessment including physical, vision, hearing, and a negative company or regulated drug test is required. Post hire qualification drug testing may also be required. Background Investigation Criminal history check

Education verification

Professional references

Driver's license verification and driving history

Social Security Number verification

BECOMING A RAILROADER

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

CULTURE OF INCLUSION

For our U.S. applicants, CPKC is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, inclusive of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. For Canadian applicants 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 Color (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:

106473

Department:

Network & Capacity Management

Job Type:

Full-Time

Position Type:

Non-Union

Location:

Bensenville, Illinois

Country:

United States

% of

Travel:

0-10%

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Positions:

1

Job Grade:

5

Compensation Rate:

$88,000.00

Job Available to: Internal & External #

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