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Inventory Specialist Scale House Operator

Omaha Track Inc., Omaha, NE, United States


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Full Time Clerical Omaha, NE, US

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 4 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.

This job description was last updated on April 17, 2026

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