Assistant Operations Manager

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with safety programs and accident prevention procedures.
• Supervise and manage Foreman, Labor, and other personnel, ensuring performance meets expectations and customer needs.
• Manage daily labor needs, ordering appropriately and controlling overtime costs.
• Collaborate with M&R/Terminal Departments for efficient equipment allocation.
• Maintain positive labor relations and adherence to Collective Bargaining Agreements.
• Proactively address employee performance issues and take corrective actions as needed
• Advise leadership on labor matters and assist with complaint resolution.
• Provide regular training and feedback to staff.
• Develop, maintain, and improve operating procedures.
• Ensure certifications and training are current for all staff.
• Enforce company policies, controls, procedures and ensure timely reporting.
• Maintain a flexible work schedule (shift work).

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree (or equivalent experience)
• Experience with computerized operating systems
• Obtain Transportation Workers Identification Card (TWIC)
• Valid US Driver's License

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of safety regulations
• Understanding of cargo stowage and stability
• MS Office proficiency
• Excellent communication and time management skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, plan effectively, influence others, and make sound decisions

Physical Working Attributes

• Work on ships and/or rail cars, climbing up and down a ladder on vessels or rail cars during shift
• Work in changing climates based on weather conditions
• Work in an environment with fast-moving equipment that may be hazardous to persons unable to see and hear well
• Lift, push, and or pull up to 30lbs.