Assistant Operations Manager - Yard

Ports America Career Opportunity • Port Newark, NJ

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About The Position

At Port Newark Container Terminal, the Assistant Operations Manager supervises Yard and/or Gate operations, ensuring labor performs its work efficiently, safely, and on time. The role manages operations to provide maximum service levels to internal vessel and gate operations and external truck-line customers. The manager supervises yard/gate operations according to the plan, supports high productivity through organization and planning, supervises a fleet of straddle carriers, and tracks and measures KPIs. The position also serves as a focal point for issues arising in the assigned shift and interacts with customers including shipping lines, shippers, government agencies, and truck lines.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in any discipline; or a high school diploma/GED equivalent and 4+ years of management experience, preferably in operations, transportation, warehousing, supply chain, stevedoring, or comparable military environments.
• Obtain and maintain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) issued by the Department of Homeland Security.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Operations Management, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Maritime Studies, or a related field.
• Knowledge of safety regulations.
• Understanding of cargo stowage and stability.
• Proficiency with MS Office.
• Excellent communication and time-management skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, plan effectively, influence others, and make sound decisions.

Responsibilities

• Supervise yard/gate operations according to the plan and organize work so employees know what to do and when.
• Supervise a fleet of straddle carriers and track and measure KPIs.
• Instruct employees in safe working practices and standard operating procedures, and ensure compliance.
• Provide close supervision and regular feedback.
• Apply company management policies and procedures, collective bargaining agreements, and local practices when supervising labor.
• Identify and solve routine or moderately complex daily problems and report significant or complex issues to the Yard Manager as needed.
• Serve as a focal point for yard issues that arise during the assigned shift.
• Interact with shipping lines, shippers, government agencies, and truck lines.
• Handle empty-container allocation, monitor empty containers, and arrange their movement as appropriate.
• Handle customs inspection teams, Agricultural Quarantine Inspection (AQI), roadability checks, and chassis changeovers.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Eligible employees may receive medical, dental, and vision coverage, retirement benefits, paid time off, paid holidays, and other company-sponsored benefits.
• Additional incentive compensation may be available based on the position.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager