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, and Terminal Services.

About the role

The Inventory Specialist Scale House Operator is responsible for managing the inventory on site at the WECO/Millard Rail Yard.

Responsibilities

• 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
• Perform 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
• Serve as the first point of contact for visitors and handle any customer inquiries

Requirements

• 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
• 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 - 50 lbs
• Ability to meet all functional requirements including, but not limited to: sitting, kneeling, standing, walking, bending, squatting, finger dexterity, and reaching above/below shoulders