Nicholeus Rainey

Led daily rail switching operations to drive safe and efficient performance. Oversaw operational management, staff leadership, and customer relations. Directed rail switching activities to achieve timely and effective operations. Supervised, hired, and trained employees to cultivate a strong safety culture. Monitored operational data, including rail car counts and performance metrics. Ensured compliance with all safety and operational standards. Managed administrative functions, including payroll and budgeting. Oversaw inventory management of parts and materials. Collaborated with customers to coordinate rail car movements and resolve issues. Conducted regular inspections of locomotives and railcars to uphold safety standards. Analyzed reports to optimize labor and equipment utilization. Maintained accurate documentation for operational reporting and billing.

Achieved efficient train movements and secure loading of materials through effective management of internal rail operations while adhering to safety protocols. Enhanced operational efficiency and customer satisfaction by coordinating train scheduling and movements. Drove team performance by leading a group of 40 employees, including rail strappers, operators, and weigh masters, providing necessary training and support. Reduced accidents and injuries by enforcing safety regulations and conducting regular audits and inspections. Minimized downtime by managing maintenance of rail infrastructure, including tracks, signals, and rolling stock, and scheduling timely inspections and repairs. Optimized budget management for operating expenses, capital investments, and maintenance projects, identifying cost-saving opportunities. Maintained knowledge of industry standards and best practices to foster continuous improvement. Improved customer satisfaction and loyalty by promptly addressing inquiries, complaints, and service issues. Contributed to long-term planning and decision-making to enhance the efficiency, reliability, and sustainability of rail operations, identifying opportunities for growth. Delivered comprehensive reports on key performance metrics, including on-time performance, safety incidents, and maintenance activities, to management and stakeholders.

Achieved timely delivery of priority items by effectively coordinating supply and procurement processes with Pentagon customers. Streamlined sourcing of supplies from diverse points and collaborated with supply personnel to optimize delivery planning based on material availability. Enhanced tracking and monitoring of priority material movements, resulting in expedited deliveries that met customer demands. Improved material handling procedures through thorough examination and strategic recommendations for process optimization. Maintained quality control by assessing incoming materials, rejecting damaged items, and promptly informing customers. Managed bulk stock receipt and issuance, upholding rigorous safety, security, environmental, and accountability measures. Organized and documented the storage and issuance of materials, ensuring compliance with all procedural requirements.

Achieved on-time train performance through effective management of intermodal and mixed freight rail yard operations by classifying and processing freight cars. Promoted compliance with FRA regulations and safe work practices by supervising train service employees in their duties. Enhanced operational compliance by collaborating in the facilitation of annual rules testing. Reduced incidents by conducting thorough investigations into accidents and injuries, implementing corrective actions based on findings. Maintained expertise in safety and operating rules, train operations, FRA regulations, hazardous materials regulations, labor agreements, and corporate policies. Improved efficiency in rail yard operations by conducting research and recommending enhancements, contributing to the development of standard operating procedures and process flows.

Directed supply system activities by leveraging expertise in computer operations and programming languages, including federal logistics query listing and r-supply. Oversaw technical research provisioning, procurement, contracting, supply cataloging, maintenance, distribution, storage, transportation, quality assurance, and disposal. Guided personnel in retrieving management part/reference numbers, supplier details, and national stock numbers. Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office, Oracle, and logistics-related computer systems.