Assistant Operations Manager - Yard

In the maritime industry, where colossal ships dock, and millions of tons of cargo are moved with precision, it takes teams of dedicated individuals to keep global trade in motion. Working in this dynamic sector means that you play a part in ensuring the pulse of commerce never skips a beat, all while driving the future of supply chain logistics and marine terminal operations.

Dive into a career where your talents make an impact and help us steer the future of this vital sector. Every job function in our organization whether it’s on the docks or behind the scenes in administrative roles, finance, payroll, or IT, has a significant impact on the national economy and critical supply chain operations.

As an Assistant Operations Manager, you’ll help lead our teams in maintaining high standards of operational efficiency while prioritizing the safety of all team members. As a steward of operational excellence an Assistant Operations Manager will need to be flexible and adapt to changing operational needs and schedules. With our dedicated teams working on all three coasts across over 33 ports and 70 locations, you’ll feel empowered to grow professionally while serving the communities in which we operate.

Where the pulse of global trade meets the precision of maritime excellence, at Ports America, we don’t just move cargo; we drive the nation’s economic engine!

Essential Duties :

• Supervises yard/gate operations according to the plan. Ensures organization, plans ahead, and makes sure that each person knows what to do and when to do it so that productivity levels are high.
• Supervises fleet of straddle carriers and tracks and measures KPI’s.
• Instructs & ensures labor follows safe working practices.
• Instructs & ensures labor in the proper standard operating procedures.
• Provides close supervision providing regular feedback.
• Follows company management policies and procedures, collective bargaining agreement, and local practices in the application of supervising labor.
• Identifies and solves problems/issues on a daily basis, usually of a routine or moderately complex nature.
• Reports problems/issues to the Yard Manager, as needed, especially issues of great complexity/impact for the operation.
• Acts as a focal point for any yard issues that may arise with an assigned shift. Interacts with wide range of customers (shipping lines, shippers, government agencies, and truck lines).
• Handle empty container allocation, monitoring empty containers and arranging the movement of empties as appropriate.
• Handle customs inspections teams, AQI (Agricultural Quarantine inspection), road ability checks, and chassis changeovers.
• Other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions:

• Frequent walking, standing, and sitting
• Requires physical ability to work in a yard
• The ability to use a computer/keyboard
• The ability to work in changing hot and cold climates based on weather conditions
• The ability to work in an environment with moving objects and machinery
• The environment may be hazardous to persons unable to see or hear fast moving heavy equipment

Minimum Requirements:

• Four (4) year college degree in Operations Management, Supply Chain Logistics, Business Administration, or related discipline OR Equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
• A valid Driver’s License in good standing is required.
• Requires the ability to obtain and maintain a TWIC Card issued by the Department of Homeland Security.
• Requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Port Access Card issued by NJ State Police.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous experience in a supervisory role or supervising ILA Longshore Labor a plus.
• Sense of Urgency & Self-Starter Mentality A MUST.
• Requires good leadership skill.
• High level of planning and organizational skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written English.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Exceptional time management, due to fast-moving, demanding work environment.
• Must be computer literate; proficient with Microsoft Office – Outlook, Word, and Excel
• Knowledge of safety and accident prevention codes and regulations and related industry governmental regulations.
• Requires the availability to work varied hours and shifts including days, nights, weekends and holidays as needed.

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties as needed to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Ports America is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; religion; national origin; sex (including pregnancy); sexual orientation; gender identity and/or expression; age; disability; genetic information, citizenship status; military service obligations or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

This role does not offer sponsorship for work authorization. External applicants must be eligible to work in the US. 

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