Operations Supervisor bei None

Operations Supervisor employees must:  

• Possess a valid TWIC.
• Steel toe boots/shoes.
• are not using cellular phones while on duty.
• Have excellent written and verbal communication skills. 
• Able to follow verbal and written instructions. 

Summary of Position. 

Provides guidance and direction to front-line associates. Plans daily work schedule and directs associates to ensure accurate, efficient, and timely loading and unloading of vessel cargo. Oversee the overall warehouse operations as cargo enters and leaves the port. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Maintain coordination of team functions, ensuring continuous control of the daily team operations. Consistently aware of work conditions, time, service, and quality.
• Establishes leadership in terms of setting examples in appearance, attendance, demeanor, responsibility, and dedication to the company.
• Able to consistently meet team quality and production goals in conjunction with additional responsibilities.

• Maintains a firm hand on all aspects of operations and maintains an effective balance of communication between management, supervision, and all production and support personnel.
• Assign responsibilities to the team members and make changes as deemed necessary. 
• Coordinate with the Port Captain and or Cargo Officer on stowage, loading and discharging operations. 
• Assist in daily warehouse operations, and in laying out warehouse for vessel discharge of cargo. 
• Assist with discharging of vessel cargo and with equipment needs and employee staffing as necessary.
• Direct heavy equipment operations during vessel discharge and truck loadout.
• Identifies training requirements and ensures that all personnel possess: technical job proficiency and an understanding of their roles, responsibilities, and performance goals.
• Oversees team structuring and schedules and shifts personnel to ensure efficient working teams. Initiates cross-training to ensure achievement of productivity goals. 
• Lead, supervise, train motivate, and hold associates accountable for performance, conduct, safety, and overall adherence to company policies and procedures. Initiates performance evaluations, recommends pay changes, and initiates progressive disciplinary processes.
• Ensures proper documentation and records associate performance, safety, etc.
• Ensures compliance with safety, sanitation, and security procedures.
• Initiates work orders and reports to maintenance equipment and/or facility needs.
• Flexibility is required as the schedule may vary depending on the operational needs. Ability to work weekends and holidays as needed.
• Collaborates with the Terminal Manager to align strategic vision for vessel/warehouse operations with overall strategy for maximizing productivity and safety.

• Leads by example in demonstrating proper production procedures.
• Works on miscellaneous projects as needed.
• Able to function independently, exercise sound judgment, and demonstrate initiative and tact in handling all the above responsibilities.

• Continuously conduct visual inspections of loading and unloading gear, equipment, and the facility to ensure compliance with safety and governmental requirements. Initiate work orders and report to maintenance an equipment and facility needs. 
• Additional duties as assigned. 

Education & Experience Requirement:

• 2+ years lead or supervisory experience in warehouse, stevedoring, terminal, and vessel operations.
• Bachelor's or Equivalent.
• Excellent critical thinking and analytical skills, along with the ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills. 
•  Excellent computer proficiency (MS Office, Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.).
• Able to operate and use modern office equipment.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to lead, supervise, train, motivate, and hold associates accountable for performance, safety, and results.
• Ability to build and maintain positive relationships with associates and customers.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license throughout employment.
• Preferably education from a Maritime School

Physical Demands/Work Environment:

• Ability to regularly stand, walk long distances, and talk and hear. 
• Ability to frequently use hands and arms to grab, handle, feel, and reach.
• Ability to occasionally sit and stoop, kneel, crouch, climb, or crawl.
• Ability to occasionally climb ladders or stairs. 
• Ability to regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 150 pounds, with assistance or lifting machinery as necessary. 
• Must wear Seaonus required safety PPE, Safety vest, hardhat, gloves, etc. 
• Vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. 
• Working indoors and outdoors. 
• Excessive heat or cold, and extreme weather conditions, excessive humidity or dampness or chilling. 
• Slippery and uneven walking surfaces. 
• Working around machinery with moving parts. 
• Working around moving objects, vehicles, and machinery/heavy equipment.