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Inventory Specialist Scale House Operator

Omaha Track, Inc., Omaha, NE, United States


Inventory Specialist Scale House Operator

Omaha Track is the innovative product and service supplier to the railroad industry-dedicated to providing excellence, quality, and value. We are committed to remaining the industry leader by focusing on continuous growth and improvement in our four areas of focus: Materials/Railroad Services/Equipment/Terminal Services.
Position Description
The Inventory Specialist Scale House Operator is responsible for managing the inventory on site at the WECO/Millard Rail Yard.
Major Areas of Responsibility
Complete all scaling duties for inbound/outbound railcars and trucks in addition to scaling inventory in the yard
Communicate frequently with yard employees regarding inbound/outbound shipments
Maintain accurate inventory records and transactions for all materials stored/processed at the yard
Maintain accurate records for all railcars located in the yard, including tracking car switching
Calculate piece count/quantity for sales orders and maintain the balance to be shipped
Prepare and submit all necessary reporting and paperwork to the corporate office, including: railcar status reports, inbound/outbound shipment logs, material code change forms, etc.
Proactively manage and be prepared for anticipated incoming material and railcars
Submit all safety briefing reports to Safety on behalf of the yard
Administrative duties for the yard including answering and handling incoming phone calls appropriately, managing/ordering supplies, and maintaining a clean, well-organized work environment
Coordinate daily priorities and work flow with the WECO Yard Manager
First point of contact for visitor and handles any customer inquiries
Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent required
Associate's degree in business or equivalent work experience (2 - 3 years) required
Previous experience in the railroad industry or tracking inventory is a plus
Excellent written and verbal communication skills required
Intermediate level skills in MS Outlook and MS Excel
Demonstrated initiative to proactively seek out work, complete tasks, and follow-up on outstanding items
Demonstrated ability to think critically and prioritize tasks appropriately
Work Requirements
Dependable and consistent attendance/punctuality
Ability to work outdoors in a rail yard environment subject to all elements and conditions as needed
Ability to lift/carry up to 15 - 50lbs
Ability to meet all functional requirements including, but not limited to: sitting, kneeling, standing, walking, bending, squatting, finger dexterity, and reaching above/below shoulders
Omaha Track, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any legally protected status or characteristic. Race/Color/Gender/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Veteran. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.