Rail Logistics Coordinator: Scheduling & Compliance

Talis Group, Inc.; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Strong benefits package

Job summary

Talis Group, Inc. is seeking an experienced Logistics Coordinator to maintain safe, compliant, cost-effective, and uninterrupted flow of material shipments. This is NOT a warehouse or shipping/receiving role; you MUST have administrative LOGISTICS experience.

Based in Louisville, KY, the role focuses on coordinating daily transportation with carriers, ensuring DOT and hazardous material compliance, and accurate reporting and billing. Strong benefits are offered in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED required.
• 2+ years of logistics experience, preferably rail.
• Manufacturing/industrial environment experience preferred.
• Familiarity with DOT and hazardous material shipping regulations.
• Proficiency in Excel and ERP systems.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily inbound and outbound transportation scheduling with all carriers and internal operations teams.
• Investigate and resolve transportation delays, shipment discrepancies, and logistics disruptions.
• Track transportation metrics; on-time delivery performance, freight costs, and railcar utilization.
• Maintain knowledge of DOT regulations and security requirements, as needed.
• Ensure hazardous material shipments comply with all regulations.
• Monitor safety procedures necessary for over the road drivers as it relates to the plant.
• Maintain department compliance with local, state and federal EPA regulations.
• Ensure Bills of Lading, necessary to move material, are printed.
• Issue daily reports on product packing and shipping schedules.
• Review and verify freight bills for payment.

Skills

Logistics experience

Strong organizational skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

DOT regulations familiarity

Education

HS diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Excel

ERP systems

Job description

Talis Group, Inc. is seeking an experienced Logistics Coordinator to maintain safe, compliant, cost-effective, and uninterrupted flow of material shipments. This is NOT a warehouse or shipping/receiving role; you MUST have administrative LOGISTICS experience.

Based in Louisville, KY, the role focuses on coordinating daily transportation with carriers, ensuring DOT and hazardous material compliance, and accurate reporting and billing. Strong benefits are offered in a collaborative environment.