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Logistics & Compliance Specialist

Kawasaki Motors Manufacturing Corp., u.s.A.

Kawasaki Motors Manufacturing Corp., u.s.A.

Operations, Compliance / Regulatory
Lincoln, NE, USA
Posted on Mar 26, 2026

Kawasaki Rail Car Lincoln, Inc. seeks a full-time Logistics and Compliance Specialist at our Rail Car facility in Lincoln, NE. Apply now at KawasakiCareers.com.

Essential Functions of Logistics and Compliance Specialist can include:

  • Follow all company Policies and Procedures, Quality and Environmental Management Systems (QMS & EMS), Kawasaki Production System (KPS) and any other legal and compliance regulations that may apply such as OSHA.
  • Prepare and review shipping paperwork; including federal export filing submissions.
  • Communicate with various KMM departments to determine transportation needs; provide assistance where necessary.
  • Freight damage; verifying responsibility and coordinating inventory quarantine.
  • Request and coordinate bookings for ocean export shipments.
  • Review, validate and process payment of trailer/container detention charges.
  • Communicate with ship lines, trucking companies, and airlines to ensure shipping or receiving deadlines are met.

Position Qualifications for Logistics and Compliance Specialist:

Competency Statement(s)

  • KRL Core Competencies – Accountability, Adaptability, Attendance, Communication, Integrity, Productivity, Quality, Respect, Safety Awareness and Teamwork
  • KRL Nonexempt Competencies – Initiative/Self-Motivation, Organizational Skills, Problem Solving, Professionalism and Resourcefulness
  • Accuracy – Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.
  • Clerical – Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems such as managing and organizing files and records, designing forms, and other office procedures and terminology. Operate office machines such as copiers, scanners, facsimile, telephone systems
  • Detail-Oriented – Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or task.
  • Gather and Report Information - Compiling, tabulating or verifying information and data obtained or received for use by others.
  • Multi-tasking – Able to handle multiple tasks and competing demands; sets priorities and ensures all issues are addressed while being sensitive to time constraints and resource availability.

SKILLS & ABILITIES

Education/Experience

  • High school diploma or GED equivalent required.
  • Relevant experience in transportation, supply chain, and/or import/export operations preferred.

Computer Skills

Displays appropriate proficiency with computers and computer applications, including: spreadsheets (e.g., Excel), word processing (e.g. Word), presentation software (e.g., PowerPoint), databases (e. g., Access, contact management software), internet/intranet (e.g., browsers, search engines), special applications (e.g., Cribmaster, AS400), e-mail; can diagnose and correct minor issues with hardware and software, as needed.

Other Requirements

Required to wear company apparel.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

This position requires occasional: standing, walking, reaching outward or above shoulder, crawling, squatting, kneeling, bending, lifting of 10 lbs. or less, pushing/pulling 12 lbs. or less

This position requires frequent: sitting, handling, grasping, examining


OTHER PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Vision (Near, Distance, Color, Depth Perception)

Sense of Sound (within OSHA regulatory levels)

Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): Safety glasses, hearing protection and other PPE as necessary.


WORK ENVIRONMENT

Majority of tasks will be conducted in an open office environment. May work outside or in other areas of the facility as needed

Perks for Logistics and Compliance Specialist:

  • Great work culture with career growth potential
  • Excellent benefits package including Medical, Vision, Dental, 401(k), Flexible Spending Accounts, and more
  • Paid holidays
  • Employee discount for purchase of company products
  • Company fitness center and wellness program available
  • Employee discount to select local daycare providers
  • Educational and relocation reimbursements available