Rail Operations & Logistics Coordinator

Trinity Structural Towers; The Woodlands (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Trinity Industries, Inc. in the United States is seeking a Rail Site Coordinator to manage the movement of railcars across manufacturing locations, storage yards, and customer sites.

You will schedule railcars, ensure proper loading locations, and coordinate shipments including hazardous materials while maintaining safe operations and regulatory compliance. The role requires 2+ years in rail operations or logistics coordination, proficiency with SAP and Microsoft Office, and strong

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in logistics, transportation, or a related field preferred.
• 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.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to adhere to strict deadlines despite delays or disruptions.
• Strong attention to detail in high-stakes operations environment.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with manufacturing and supply chain teams to meet inbound railcar needs.
• Ensure local yards have capacity and proper railcar types for loading and storage.
• Schedule railcars from serving yards and assign to loading racks and locations.
• Execute shipments of loaded and empty railcars, including hazardous materials, as required.
• Verify cross-border shipments clear customs and are free of holds.
• Maintain proactive relationships with railroad contacts and plant operators.
• Coordinate with Class I, regional, and short line railroads to mitigate service issues.
• Identify and mitigate local service issues affecting rail operations.
• Elevate service or master data issues through proper channels.
• This position follows a rotational work schedule and after-hours support may be required.
• Weekend and holiday coverage is part of regular duties.
• Process movement authority documentation to the FRA as needed.
• Participate in quarterly stewardship meetings with stakeholders.
• Work with customers and 3rd party vendors within the supply chain.
• Conduct local inventory management of railcars to meet loading requirements.
• Review and fulfill open orders movements inbound/outbound.
• Generate and verify billing to railroads via SAP or RR website; expedite high-priority shipments.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in logistics/transportation or related field

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

Trinity Industries, Inc. in the United States is seeking a Rail Site Coordinator to manage the movement of railcars across manufacturing locations, storage yards, and customer sites.

You will schedule railcars, ensure proper loading locations, and coordinate shipments including hazardous materials while maintaining safe operations and regulatory compliance. The role requires 2+ years in rail operations or logistics coordination, proficiency with SAP and Microsoft Office, and strong