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Methanex

Senior Rail Operations Coordinator

Houston, TX · On-site

Coordinate with Customer Supply Specialists when customer needs to return empty cars Maintenance ... Thorough knowledge of rail operations or processes is preferred * Working knowledge of 3rd party ...

Methanex

Senior Rail Operations Coordinator

Houston, TX · On-site

$18.25 - $24.25/hr

Coordinate with Customer Supply Specialists when customer needs to return empty cars Maintenance ... Thorough knowledge of rail operations or processes is preferred * Working knowledge of 3rd party ...

Methanex

Senior Rail Operations Coordinator

Houston, TX · On-site

$18.25 - $24.25/hr

Coordinate with Customer Supply Specialists when customer needs to return empty cars Maintenance ... Thorough knowledge of rail operations or processes is preferred * Working knowledge of 3rd party ...

Methanex

Senior Rail Operations Coordinator

Houston, TX · On-site

$100 - $125/hr

Coordinate with Customer Supply Specialists when customer needs to return empty cars Maintenance ... Thorough knowledge of rail operations or processes is preferred * Working knowledge of 3rd party ...

RTD - Regional Transportation District of Denver, CO (RTD)

$60 - $80/hr

This position ensures employees acquire the technical competencies, operational knowledge, and skills necessary to safely and effectively deliver rail service, with an emphasis on simulation ...

Kinder Morgan

Operations Specialist 2

Owego, NY · On-site

... Railway Engineer, Quality Tech, Corrosion Technician, Gas Mechanic, Turbine Mechanic, Controls ... Our Operations Specialists are responsible for operating, performing routine service and ...

CHS, Inc.

Operations Specialist

Mandan, ND · On-site

$23/hr

We are looking for a Operations Specialist to perform duties associated with asphalt products at ... Load and unload asphalt trucks and unload asphalt rail cars. * Basic knowledge of hand tools (pipe ...

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Experienced Intermodal Operations Specialist

Cranberry Township, PA • On-site

Knichel Logistics
Trucking • 11 - 50 employees
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Full-time

Re-posted 24 days ago

Job description

Experienced Intermodal Operations Specialist
Location: Cranberry Township, PA (Remote work and Relocation assistance available)
Job Type: Full-Time


About Us:

Knichel Logistics is a leading provider of intermodal transportation solutions, committed to delivering efficiency, reliability, and exceptional customer service. We specialize in rail-based freight movement by partnering with Class 1 railroads and other key stakeholders to provide seamless intermodal logistics solutions.  


Job Summary:

We are seeking individuals with experience in Intermodal Operations to join our team. The ideal candidate will have in-depth knowledge of Class 1 railroads, intermodal rail operations, drayage management, and customer service. This role requires expertise in coordinating intermodal movements and ensuring smooth operations across multiple rail networks and delivering best in class customer service - while joining a team that lives by our core values: Customer Obsessed, Team Focused, Be Valuable, Do the Right Thing.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Order acceptance, order entry, planning, and scheduling of intermodal rail shipments
  • Coordinating with Knichel Logistics rail and drayage partners to ensure the appropriate capacity and service to meet our customer’s needs.
  • Consistent monitoring of intermodal shipments to ensure on-time pick-up and delivery – while proactively identifying and resolving any shipment/account problems.
  • Resolve escalated customer issues promptly and effectively, ensuring seamless communication between stakeholders.
  • Collaborate with sales, operations, and procurement teams to enhance service offerings and align with customer expectations.

What We are Looking For:

  • Experience:
    • 3 years of experience in logistics, specifically intermodal customer service and operations.
  • Skills:
    • Proven ability to manage and prioritize tasks effectively across various customers and shipments.
    • Strong communication skills while having a sense of urgency and empathy
    • Comfortable engaging and building relationships with multiple stakeholders to include shippers, carriers, rails and internal team members
    • Detail-oriented and skilled at problem-solving with a proactive approach.

What We Offer

  • Play a key role in delivering best in class service to our customers.
  • A collaborative work environment with-in our brand-new headquarters in Cranberry Township, PA.
    • Remote work and relocation assistance for the right candidate.
  • Competitive compensation and benefits package.

Are You Ready?
If you love intermodal and passionate about providing best in case customer service and solutions to our Intermodal customers, we’d love to hear from you!