Supervisor, Security

MaerskUnited States of America, NJ
Onsite

About The Position

Performance Team handles end-to-end warehousing and distribution logistics needs utilizing our strategic network of storage facilities. Our facilities are capable of receiving, storing, processing and dispatching cargo, so we can build flexibility and resilience into the supply chain process. Our integrated solutions allow us to be prepared for supply chain risks, so we can plan distribution to better achieve lead time and goals despite unexpected conditions. Our extensive experience, connections, and deep expertise across different sectors, industries, and transportation modes, means we can be counted on for process excellence that will save time and money. Summary: Supervises a team of security personnel including guards. Monitor, Audit and maintain the Contract Security requirements and communication under the direction of the Security Director along with maintaining constant communication with Building Management.

Requirements

  • High school education; two to five years of related experience or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • At least one year of Supervisory experience.
  • Ability to read a limited number of two- and three-syllable words and to recognize similarities and differences between words and between series of numbers.
  • Ability to print and speak simple sentences.
  • Ability to add and subtract two digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10's and 100's.
  • Ability to perform these operations using units of American money and weight measurement, volume, and distance.
  • Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out simple one- or two-step instructions.
  • Ability to deal with standardized situations with only occasional or no variables.
  • Must regularly lift and /or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
  • Must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S.

Nice To Haves

  • Judgment - Displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process; Makes timely decisions.
  • Quality - Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.
  • Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.
  • Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.
  • Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals.; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.

Responsibilities

  • Patrols, periodically, buildings and grounds of establishment, docks, and worksite, logging information.
  • Supervises a team of security personnel.
  • Examines doors, windows, and gates to determine that they are secure.
  • Warns violators of rule infractions, such as loitering, smoking, or carrying forbidden articles.
  • Watches for and reports irregularities such as fire hazards, and security doors.
  • Observes departing personnel to guard against theft of company property.
  • Sounds alarm or calls police or fire department by telephone in case of fire or presence of unauthorized persons.
  • Check DVR Video Recorders daily. Log, sign and date on a daily per shift basis to ensure that they are displaying live pictures and Recording 24/7. Responsible for Reporting, Recording and Communicating amongst the Security team if any scheduled maintenance is required including ordering Emergency repair services and communication updates.
  • Required to conduct written Security Officer and Building Safety Audits as necessary including Mandatory Weekly/Monthly per shift accountability. All reports are to be given to the Security Director for final review and filing.
  • Conduct several Daily Security Post Inspections throughout the course of your duties to ensure continuous compliance, Guard alertness, Reports, truck logs and yard checks including verification that Post equipment is functioning according to operational standards. You will provide a written report following any deficiencies.
  • Interview Director level management including Associate co-workers such as Yard Goat Operators, Lead Floor Supervisors and GT Drivers periodically to ensure that our Posted Security Officers are regularly performing to standards. Any deficiencies will be reported and reflect immediate corrective action.
  • Report any suspicious activity including any unethical behavior amongst co-workers, clients and contractors.
  • Permits authorized persons to enter property.
  • Registers at watch stations to record time of inspection trips.
  • Records data such as property damage, unusual occurrences for management.
  • Regulates vehicle and pedestrian traffic at plant entrance to maintain orderly flow.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
  • Directly Managers 15-20 security guards and/or Supervisors.
  • Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
  • May be required to work overtime as needed.

Benefits

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • 401k + Company Match
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Paid Time Off
  • Flexible Work Schedules (when possible)
  • And more!
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