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Zekelman Industries

Logistical Rail Temp

Chicago, IL · On-site

$61K - $67K/yr

Atlas Tube - Zekelman Industries Chicago, IL About the Role As a Logistical Ramp Temp at Zekelman Industries, you will play a key role in supporting efficient rail operations by organizing, tracking ...

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Logistical Rail Temp

Zekelman

Chicago, IL

$61K - $67K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 13 days ago

Job description

You may not know our name, but you know our products. What we make is part the places where we live, work and play - all day, everyday.

Zekelman is a family of companies - 100% domestic manufacturers - with a legacy dating back to 1877. We're proud to be the largest independent steel pipe and tube manufacturer in North America and the leading innovator in multi-family housing development.

We believe in what we build and what we build, builds the world around us. Hospitals, hotels, schools, bridges, airports and more.

Come build a career you believe in.

Atlas Tube - Zekelman Industries
Chicago, IL

About the Role

As a Logistical Ramp Temp at Zekelman Industries, you will play a key role in supporting efficient rail operations by organizing, tracking, and maintaining rail-related data and systems. This position requires strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities, and offers the opportunity to contribute directly to operational efficiency and accurate shipment coordination.

You will collaborate with logistics, traffic, and cross-functional teams, ensuring accurate system entries, timely communication, and seamless coordination with internal and external partners. This is a fully onsite role.

This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys working with data, and takes pride in maintaining accuracy and organization.

What You'll Do

  • Manage daily purchase orders and reconcile invoices to ensure financial accuracy.
  • Perform TMS+ system entries and maintain accurate and up-to-date data.
  • Send documentation to customers and vendors in a timely manner to support operations.
  • Coordinate railcar transfers and provide shipping instructions for railcar releases.
  • Track backlogs and monitor rail order forecasting and shipment traces.
  • Process monthly purchase orders for warehouse and shuttle operations.
  • Complete end-of-month TMS+ system reconciliation activities.
  • Maintain and update data within TMS+ systems to ensure accuracy and consistency.
  • Request rail rates and support car supply ordering and research using Carflow.
  • Collaborate with internal teams to support efficient logistics and transportation processes.
  • Perform additional duties as assigned.

Who You Are

  • 0-2 years of experience in logistics, supply chain, or a related field, preferably in a manufacturing or transportation environment
  • Associate's degree preferred
  • Experience with SAP or similar ERP systems preferred
  • Technical Skills - Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook), data entry systems, and reporting tools
  • Soft Skills - Strong communication, attention to detail, organization, and multitasking abilities
  • Additional Qualifications - Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment with a high degree of accuracy

What You'll Get

Zekelman Industries offers competitive compensation and excellent benefits, including low-cost, high-quality medical and dental benefits. In addition, we have an amazing tuition assistance program, a bonus plan, a 401(k) plan with a generous company match, loyalty awards, and much more:

  • Competitive compensation.
  • Bonus plan and profit-sharing opportunities.
  • 401(k) plan with a generous company match.
  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance with low-cost, high-quality options.
  • Tuition assistance program to support continued education and professional development.
  • Paid vacation and holidays.
  • Employee loyalty awards and recognition programs.

Compensation & Benefits

Below is the expected base salary range for this position. This is a good-faith estimate, and offers will be determined based on experience, education, skill set, and interview performance.

Base Salary Range:
$61,000-$67,000 USD

Additional compensation may include:
Performance-based yearly merit increases
Profit-sharing bonus opportunities

Zekelman Industries offers competitive compensation and excellent benefits, including low-cost, high-quality medical and dental benefits.In addition, we have an amazing tuition assistance program, a bonus plan, a 401(k) plan with a generous company match, immediate vesting, and much more.

M/F/D/V

We are Zekelman Industries.

We manufacture superior quality tubular and related products, and provide outstanding service for our valued customers.

We seek to continuously advance the skills and opportunities of our employees, utilizing the latest technology and management tools available to consistently increase profitability and the enterprise value of Zekelman Industries and of our customers.

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