Logistical Rail Temp

Zekelman • Chicago, IL

11h • $61,000 - $67,000 • Onsite

About The Position

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.

Requirements

• 0–2 years of experience in logistics, supply chain, or a related field, preferably in a manufacturing or transportation environment
• 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

Nice To Haves

• Associate’s degree preferred
• Experience with SAP or similar ERP systems preferred

Responsibilities

• 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.

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees