JOB SUMMARY
Responsible for supervising loading and unloading of all vessels, maintaining ship schedules and managing resources to complete assigned duties including interfacing with Maintenance and Traffic departments.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Schedules, assigns and supervises work of stevedoring crews to ensure the proper stowing of freight on board vessels. Coordinates vessel arrivals and departures to maximize employee/equipment production levels.
- Ensures coverage for all areas sufficient to meet deadline requirements and avoid unnecessary costs resulting from inefficient procedures.
- Uses automated stowage systems as part of the stevedoring operation.
- Supervises all yard activities in and out of the port. Supervises cargo-handling equipment and stevedore team.
- Develops and recommends improvements to stevedoring practices and procedures in order to promote efficiency, faster service and lower costs.
- Works closely with the Control Center to set up optimal stowage and workplans.
- Schedules ship movements within port area to meet loading and discharging requirements. Ensures timely movement and staging of all stevedoring equipment in conjunction with vessel work schedules.
- Monitors staff safety procedures ensuring safety equipment is utilized and safety requirements are understood.
- Operates the terminal operating system (Octopi) while providing support to the stevedore team.
- Compiles vessel traffic reports for Virgin Island Port Authority billing; check and verify billings.
- Prepare cargo-handling schedules and work schedules. Coordinate port berthing and vessel traffic.
- Participate and assist in staff performance review appraisals. Responsible for handling staff performance management issues.
- Performs all other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION:
High School Diploma or equivalent
EXPERIENCE: Three years experience in stevedoring and warehouse operations with a minimum of three years supervisory experience.
LICENSE: Valid local driver's license
TRAVEL: N/A
PHYSICAL: Manual dexterity to perform repetitive motion tasks on computer. Must be able to stand and walk for extended periods of time up to 8 hours per day. Mobility required to oversee operations activities and to perform inspection duties. Ability to frequently twist, bend, read, squat, kneel and climb heights up to 15 feet, occasionally must lift and carry up to 100 lbs. Able to withstand occasional exposure to extreme weather conditions.
LANGUAGE: English
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $57,324.37 - $74,527.68 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) 4% Match
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Safety equipment provided
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- Supervisory: 3 years (Preferred)
- Stevedoring and Warehouse operations: 3 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: In person