Rail Site Coordinator

Responsibilities

• Execute the movement of railcars, including planning and coordination between manufacturing locations, storage yards, and customers
• Maintain target levels for loaded and empty railcars in accordance with manufacturing, supply, and demand
• Collaborate with manufacturing and supply chain teams to meet inbound railcar needs and safety stocks
• Coordinate and schedule railcars by ordering from serving yards and assigning them to specific loading racks
• Execute shipments of loaded and empty railcars, including hazardous materials, between plants and storage facilities
• Ensure railcars crossing international borders have cleared customs processes
• Maintain proactive relationships with local railroad contacts, plant switching operators, and supply chain personnel
• Mitigate local service issues and escalate disruptions or master data issues through proper channels
• Manage local inventory of railcars to meet loading requirements and car count thresholds
• Generate and verify billing for loaded and empty railcars via SAP or railroad websites
• Process One Time Movement Authority (OTMA) documentation to the FRA

Requirements

• Minimum of 2+ years of experience in rail operations or logistics coordination
• Proficient in SAP and Microsoft Office Suite
• Strong knowledge of rail industry regulations and safety standards
• Ability to work a rotational schedule, including required weekend and holiday coverage
• Ability to provide after-hours support as needed for continuous operations and emergencies
• Strong attention to detail in a high-stakes operations environment
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in logistics, transportation, or a related field

About the Company

Trinity Industries is a leader in the rail industry, manufacturing, maintaining, and managing the railcars that deliver indispensable goods across North America. Through our various platforms, including railcar manufacturing, leasing, and fleet management, we serve as vital stewards of the global supply chain.