Jason Salter

• oversee and coordinate switching activities for trains going and coming from industries
• Facilitated continuous improvement initiatives that led to increased productivity, improved processes, and higher customer satisfaction levels.

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• Streamlined communication between departments for seamless coordination of yard activities.
• Established strong relationships with external stakeholders such as suppliers, vendors, and regulatory agencies.
• Oversaw maintenance programs, ensuring timely repairs and minimizing equipment downtime.
• Reduced train dwell time by optimizing yard layouts and streamlining switching procedures.
• Collaborated with other department managers to develop long-term goals for the company''s growth strategy.
• Informed supervisor and shipping lead about shipping concerns to avoid backups.
• Signaled to engineers regarding train stopping, starting, directional switches or emergencies.

• Reduced overtime expenses by optimizing staff rotations and implementing effective time-management strategies among team members.
• Established strong relationships with union leaders, promoting collaboration and fostering a positive work environment.
• Optimized crew scheduling practices to maximize productivity while adhering to labor regulations.
• Led cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for improvement in operational processes, resulting in cost savings and increased efficiency.

• Performed daily inspections on switches.
• Prepared forms, required reports, switch lists and train orders daily.
• Addressed passenger inquiries in a polite and informative manner, elevating overall customer service standards.
• Communicated through various methods to conduct train movement.
• Signaled crew members, utilizing hand or flag signals, radio communications and lantern.
• Contributed to on-time performance by swiftly addressing any operational issues or delays.
• Performed air brake and electrical connection coupling.
• Cut, switched and supervised loading and unloading of railcars.
• Participated in regular training sessions to stay updated on industry best practices and improve personal performance as a conductor.
• Communicated with train dispatchers to obtain and adjust directions.
• Guided new hires through on-the-job training, sharing valuable insights and best practices for success in the conductor role.