Rail Terminal Operations Lead

IRG Realty Advisors; Fernley (NV); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Industrial Rail Group is seeking a Terminal Manager to lead on-site rail operations, transloading, safety, and regulatory compliance. You will supervise staff, coordinate with railroads and customers, and drive operational excellence in a fast-paced industrial setting.

The role emphasizes hands-on leadership, training, and daily problem solving, ensuring safe, compliant, and cost-efficient performance while maintaining high customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Supervisory or leadership experience.
• Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced industrial environment.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and operational software.
• Valid driver's license.
• Ability and willingness to work directly in day-to-day rail and transloading operations.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prioritize, and oversee daily facility operations.
• Coordinate railcar placement and operating schedules to meet customer requirements.
• Supervise and perform railcar switching operations in accordance with company policies, railroad operating rules, and applicable regulations.
• Verify proper securement of rail equipment and maintain accurate switching records and documentation.
• Coordinate rail operations with railroad personnel and other stakeholders.
• Support new services, customers, and operational initiatives and recommend process improvements.
• Supervise and perform railcar loading, unloading, product transfers, and material-handling activities.
• Ensure transloading activities are completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with customer requirements and company procedures.
• Verify product quality, quantity, inventory, accountability, and supporting documentation.
• Monitor transloading equipment and coordinate related maintenance needs.
• Promote a strong safety culture across the facility
• Ensure compliance with applicable OSHA, FRA, DOT, EPA, environmental, and company requirements.
• Conduct safety meetings and facility inspections and ensure use of required PPE.
• Investigate incidents, accidents, and near misses and implement corrective actions.
• Stop work when unsafe conditions or practices are observed and complete required safety documentation.
• Supervise and schedule facility employees based on operational needs.
• Coach employees and provide performance feedback and competency evaluations.
• Support hiring, onboarding, employee development, performance evaluations, and required training.
• Cross-train employees to support operational flexibility, business continuity, and future growth.
• Promote teamwork, accountability, and professionalism.
• Serve as the primary operational contact for customers.
• Resolve operational issues professionally and maintain positive customer relationships through responsive communication and quality service.
• Complete operational reports and maintain accurate personnel, inventory, and facility records.
• Keep the facility clean, organized, secure, and professional, and coordinate general equipment inspections and maintenance.
• Maintain operational supplies, protect company assets, and recommend facility and capital improvements.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational

Problem solving

Prioritization

Driver's license

Hands-on operations

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Industrial Rail Group is seeking a Terminal Manager to lead on-site rail operations, transloading, safety, and regulatory compliance. You will supervise staff, coordinate with railroads and customers, and drive operational excellence in a fast-paced industrial setting.

The role emphasizes hands-on leadership, training, and daily problem solving, ensuring safe, compliant, and cost-efficient performance while maintaining high customer satisfaction.