Terminal Master

Savage • Gregory, TX

13d

About The Position

Savage is a global provider of supply chain infrastructure and logistics solutions with more than 200 locations across the United States, Canada, Mexico and Saudi Arabia. Since we were founded in 1946, we’ve grown from a small family business to an international company with more than 4,000 team members. We’re proud to be recognized as a Military Friendly Employer and a Top Company for Women to Work in Transportation. Savage is a place where your growth is supported and your impact matters. Join us and do things you never dreamed possible. The Terminal Master will be highly proficient in the creation of switch lists, directing switch crews to safely and efficiently conduct rail movements.

Requirements

• Detailed understanding of the needs of rail switch crews, sign-off on Savage rail operating training
• communicate detailed instructions but to instruct others in best practices for communication and tracking
• Handle different and competing deadlines between Savage, the Class-1 Railroad, and the Customer’s logistics team
• Trusted to work with limited supervision and to actively engage others
• Understands the importance and demonstrates professionalism and Customer service, quickly and professionally responds to day-to-day Customer needs
• Anticipate needs of the Operation/Managers/Team Members
• 5+ Years’ experience in a rail-centric facility required
• Experience not only using logistics-sensitive administrative tasks but instructing others how to perform them
• High school graduate or GED equivalent required

Responsibilities

• Use yard management software and be able to quickly and clearly instruct teammates in how to use software
• Create accurate switch lists and be able to train others on how to create accurate switch lists
• Use problem solving skills to actively prevent logistics difficulties before they happen, train others on what to proactively look for
• Actively monitor activities for safety, security, and accuracy within the yard using video monitoring equipment
• Take lead role in supporting reporting needs from the Customer and Savage Logistics or Operations Managers, provide data and reports to aid the Logistics Manager in Customer discussions
• Ensure adequate information and communication is conducted with the Union Pacific railroad
• Performing recordkeeping duties related to the switch lists and instructions from Customer
• Will need to accurately and professionally hand off logistics tasks surrounding shift changes, act as a mentor for new logistics Team Members
• Act as a rail movement and safety specialist, including monitoring safe rail movement

Benefits

• A culture that appreciates our Team Members
• Paid Time Off (“PTO”) & Paid holidays
• Profit sharing potential
• Uniforms and laundry service
• Excellent benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 401(k)
• $150/year steel toe boot allowance
• Eligible full-time team members may participate in the company benefit package, which currently includes medical, dental, and vision plans; company-paid life, AD&D and disability insurance; supplemental life and disability options; health savings and flex spending accounts; profit sharing; and a 401(k) plan with match.
• Part-time team members are eligible to participate in the 401(k) plan with match, profit sharing, and may be eligible to participate in the medical plan depending on hours worked.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED