Matthew Thompson
Greer
Summary
Dynamic operations professional with extensive experience at Norfolk Southern, excelling in safety compliance and team leadership. Proven problem-solver dedicated to enhancing efficiency and ensuring high-quality service delivery in fast-paced environments.
I pride myself in being a professional with comprehensive experience in rail yard operations and logistics management. Adept at coordinating train movements, ensuring safety protocols, and optimizing workflow. Strong focus on team collaboration, reliability, and adaptability to changing demands. Skilled in communication, problem-solving, and operational efficiency.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Yardmaster
Norfolk Southern
01.2024 - Current
- Coordinated cross-departmental teams to ensure successful completion of rail operations.
- Enhanced yard efficiency by implementing strategic scheduling and resource allocation.
- Reduced train dwell time by streamlining switching procedures.
- Oversee the safe and efficient movement of yard operations.
Locomotive Engineer
Norfolk Southern
11.2020 - Current
- Operated locomotives to transport freight and other materials.
- Inspected locomotives before daily use in accordance with NS and FRA guidelines.
- Assisted in training new Locomotive Engineers, sharing knowledge and best practices for optimal job performance.
- Reduced fuel consumption with strategic train handling techniques, resulting in significant cost savings.
- Skillfully operated multiple types of locomotives across diverse terrains, displaying adaptability and flexibility in challenging situations.
- Interpreted train orders, signals or railroad rules and regulations that governed locomotive operation.
- Strengthened communication between crew members through regular briefings and debriefings, fostering a collaborative work environment.
- Conferred with conductors, yardmaster, and train dispatcher's via radio communication to issue and receive information concerning the safe movement as well as stops, delays and oncoming trains.
Operations Supervisor
Norfolk Southern
06.2021 - 12.2021
- Managed daily operations for optimal performance, ensuring smooth workflows and timely completion of tasks.
- Maintained open lines of communication with upper management to provide regular updates on operational progress and challenges faced by the team.
- Optimized resource allocation through careful planning and monitoring of inventory levels, staffing needs, and equipment maintenance schedules.
- Ensured compliance with company policies, industry regulations, and safety standards during daily operations.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in their daily task while making safety a priority.
Railroad Conductor
Norfolk Southern
11.2010 - 11.2020
- Provided clear instructions to train crew members on safety procedures, operational tasks, and company policies.
- Optimized route planning to minimize travel time while adhering to established schedules.
- Maintained accurate documentation of cargo manifests, trip logs, and timekeeping records for regulatory compliance.
- Ensured compliance with federal regulations regarding hazardous materials transportation by maintaining proper documentation and adhering to strict handling procedures.
- Communicated through various methods to conduct train movement.
- Prepared forms, required reports, switch lists and train orders daily.
Education
High School Diploma -
Boiling Spring High School
Boiling Springs, SC05-2003
Skills
- Safety regulations compliance
- Team leadership qualities
- Decision-making
- Communication
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Safety conscious
- Problem-solving
Timeline
Yardmaster
Norfolk Southern
01.2024 - Current
Operations Supervisor
Norfolk Southern
06.2021 - 12.2021
Locomotive Engineer
Norfolk Southern
11.2020 - Current
Railroad Conductor
Norfolk Southern
11.2010 - 11.2020
High School Diploma -
Boiling Spring High School
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