Maersk Agency USA, Inc.
Assistant Operations Manager
Maersk Agency USA, Inc., Elizabeth, New Jersey, United States, 07215
APM Terminals Hiring for Assistant Manager, Operations at APMT Maersk
Location:
Elizabeth, NJ Job Type:
Full-Time Salary:
USD $85,000 - $95,000 Benefits:
Health Insurance, Paid Time Off, 401(k) Match
Opportunity APM Terminals operates one of the world’s most comprehensive port and integrated inland service networks. We’re uniquely positioned to help both shipping line and landside customers grow their business and achieve better supply chain efficiency, flexibility, and dependability.
We Offer APM Terminals offers tremendous growth, career and leadership opportunities for those with the ambition, drive, and dedication to become one of the best. If you see yourself being part of a team that helps the global economy grow through our worldwide network of customers and terminals, we want to hear from you!
Key Responsibilities The Assistant Manager, Operations is responsible for managing and providing training for ILA rail, vessel and yard gangs and stevedoring with the objective of maintaining a safe work environment, maximizing marine, yard and gate productivity, controlling cost and meeting terminal and operational requirements. Assist with the enforcement of the security plan to ensure compliance with Federal Regulations CFR 105. Continue to improve customer service and provide an environmentally safe working environment for all ELZ and ILA employees.
Ensure all daily work assignments are completed properly and safely by the Foremen/Chief Supervisors and hourly union labor you supervise.
Direct the Foreman/Chief Supervisors in their daily work assignments to minimize labor cost and maximize terminal efficiency.
Determine and order appropriate labor, including additional labor as needed and as business needs require.
Hire, schedule, and direct competent labor in the performance of their daily work assignments.
Monitor arrival times of all labor, authorize any necessary overtime, ensure proper payroll identification and adjustments.
Determine terminal equipment requirements and direct labor working in the grounding operation to maximize yard space, secure chassis, and improve vessel productivity.
Use independent judgment to make important operational decisions, such as shifting operating units between tasks and vessels, with the goal of improving overall terminal operations.
Develop and execute operating plans throughout the terminal facility.
Carry out discipline of supervised labor, including warning, citing, replacing, or firing as required.
Direct I.L.A. Foremen/Chief Supervisors to achieve efficient and safe operations, including appropriate discipline of rank and file labor.
Issue appropriate discipline to I.L.A. Foremen/Chief Supervisors when necessary.
Familiarize yourself with labor agreements and grievance adjustment procedures.
Handle grievances expeditiously, obtaining facts and using independent judgment to adjust grievances.
Determine and implement appropriate grievance resolution, such as hiring additional labor or providing time‑in‑lieu.
Work with other management team members to resolve grievances cooperatively.
Operate motor vehicles legally within the terminal facility; possess a valid driver’s license or the ability to obtain one.
The ideal candidate will have the following Education and Experience
High school diploma/GED; college degree preferred.
Basic proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook.
Basic proficiency with mobile phones and mobile apps.
Ability and flexibility to work nights, holidays, and weekends; may require extended shift hours based on business need.
Current valid driver’s license or ability to obtain one and obtain insurance via company policies.
Ability to stand and sit for long periods while patrolling trucks.
Knowledge of continuous improvement projects and/or process improvements to add value to APM Terminals.
Soft Skills
Self‑starter with strong multitasking and problem‑solving abilities.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Team play attitude.
Ability to modify important changes rapidly.
Ability to work together across boundaries and adapt skills.
Preferred Qualifications: (Nice to have)
2+ years supervisory or management experience.
3+ years transportation, supply chain, warehouse, stevedoring experience or equivalent military experience.
Is a career with APM Terminals right for you? Learn more or watch the APM Terminals career videos at: www.apmterminals.com/careers
Local candidates only; no relocation assistance is provided.
Work Environment The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to handle, or feel and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to sit, work at a computer terminal. The employee 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 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
Work is mostly performed outdoors. While performing the duties of this job, the employee will have to withstand exposure to outdoor/adverse working conditions. The employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; extreme cold. The employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; extreme heat and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is occasionally noisy.
Notice to applicants applying to positions in the United States You must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S.
Maersk is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we embrace different styles of thinking. Maersk is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants without regard to race, colour, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy or parental leave, veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all legal requirements.
We are happy to support your need for any adjustments during the application and hiring process. If you need special assistance or an accommodation to use our website, apply for a position, or to perform a job, please contact us by emailing accommodationrequests@maersk.com.
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Location:
Elizabeth, NJ Job Type:
Full-Time Salary:
USD $85,000 - $95,000 Benefits:
Health Insurance, Paid Time Off, 401(k) Match
Opportunity APM Terminals operates one of the world’s most comprehensive port and integrated inland service networks. We’re uniquely positioned to help both shipping line and landside customers grow their business and achieve better supply chain efficiency, flexibility, and dependability.
We Offer APM Terminals offers tremendous growth, career and leadership opportunities for those with the ambition, drive, and dedication to become one of the best. If you see yourself being part of a team that helps the global economy grow through our worldwide network of customers and terminals, we want to hear from you!
Key Responsibilities The Assistant Manager, Operations is responsible for managing and providing training for ILA rail, vessel and yard gangs and stevedoring with the objective of maintaining a safe work environment, maximizing marine, yard and gate productivity, controlling cost and meeting terminal and operational requirements. Assist with the enforcement of the security plan to ensure compliance with Federal Regulations CFR 105. Continue to improve customer service and provide an environmentally safe working environment for all ELZ and ILA employees.
Ensure all daily work assignments are completed properly and safely by the Foremen/Chief Supervisors and hourly union labor you supervise.
Direct the Foreman/Chief Supervisors in their daily work assignments to minimize labor cost and maximize terminal efficiency.
Determine and order appropriate labor, including additional labor as needed and as business needs require.
Hire, schedule, and direct competent labor in the performance of their daily work assignments.
Monitor arrival times of all labor, authorize any necessary overtime, ensure proper payroll identification and adjustments.
Determine terminal equipment requirements and direct labor working in the grounding operation to maximize yard space, secure chassis, and improve vessel productivity.
Use independent judgment to make important operational decisions, such as shifting operating units between tasks and vessels, with the goal of improving overall terminal operations.
Develop and execute operating plans throughout the terminal facility.
Carry out discipline of supervised labor, including warning, citing, replacing, or firing as required.
Direct I.L.A. Foremen/Chief Supervisors to achieve efficient and safe operations, including appropriate discipline of rank and file labor.
Issue appropriate discipline to I.L.A. Foremen/Chief Supervisors when necessary.
Familiarize yourself with labor agreements and grievance adjustment procedures.
Handle grievances expeditiously, obtaining facts and using independent judgment to adjust grievances.
Determine and implement appropriate grievance resolution, such as hiring additional labor or providing time‑in‑lieu.
Work with other management team members to resolve grievances cooperatively.
Operate motor vehicles legally within the terminal facility; possess a valid driver’s license or the ability to obtain one.
The ideal candidate will have the following Education and Experience
High school diploma/GED; college degree preferred.
Basic proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook.
Basic proficiency with mobile phones and mobile apps.
Ability and flexibility to work nights, holidays, and weekends; may require extended shift hours based on business need.
Current valid driver’s license or ability to obtain one and obtain insurance via company policies.
Ability to stand and sit for long periods while patrolling trucks.
Knowledge of continuous improvement projects and/or process improvements to add value to APM Terminals.
Soft Skills
Self‑starter with strong multitasking and problem‑solving abilities.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Team play attitude.
Ability to modify important changes rapidly.
Ability to work together across boundaries and adapt skills.
Preferred Qualifications: (Nice to have)
2+ years supervisory or management experience.
3+ years transportation, supply chain, warehouse, stevedoring experience or equivalent military experience.
Is a career with APM Terminals right for you? Learn more or watch the APM Terminals career videos at: www.apmterminals.com/careers
Local candidates only; no relocation assistance is provided.
Work Environment The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to handle, or feel and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to sit, work at a computer terminal. The employee 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 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
Work is mostly performed outdoors. While performing the duties of this job, the employee will have to withstand exposure to outdoor/adverse working conditions. The employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; extreme cold. The employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; extreme heat and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is occasionally noisy.
Notice to applicants applying to positions in the United States You must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S.
Maersk is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we embrace different styles of thinking. Maersk is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants without regard to race, colour, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy or parental leave, veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all legal requirements.
We are happy to support your need for any adjustments during the application and hiring process. If you need special assistance or an accommodation to use our website, apply for a position, or to perform a job, please contact us by emailing accommodationrequests@maersk.com.
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