Part-time Operations Labor Manager

Responsibilities

• Workforce Management and Labor Relations: Exercises independent judgment and management authority over hiring, assignment, direction, evaluation, discipline, and termination of assigned labor personnel in accordance with company policy and collective bargaining agreements. Directs foremen, supervisory clerks, and other operational personnel based on requirements and workforce availability. Maintains knowledge of agreements and ensures consistent interpretation, administration, and enforcement. Investigates incidents, safety violations, and labor complaints; prepares reports and escalates as needed.
• Operational Planning and Execution: Determines workforce composition and equipment needs to execute vessel and terminal plans safely, efficiently, and within budget. Manages deployment of labor and equipment throughout the shift, adjusting assignments to meet performance targets and vessel turnaround commitments. Monitors productivity, identifies gaps, implements corrective action, reviews operational documentation, and verifies equipment readiness.
• Safety, Security, and Compliance: Accountable for safety of all assigned personnel; enforces company policy, terminal operating procedures, regulatory requirements, and safe work practices. Plans, conducts, and documents daily safety meetings with HSE personnel; addresses hazards. Ensures compliance with HAZMAT, OSHA, and other regulations; reports incidents per protocol. Verifies PPE use and maintains a respectful, discrimination‑free work environment.
• Coordination and Reporting: Serves as primary coordination point during operations among vessel personnel, customers, agents, terminal staff, and labor. Supports and troubleshoots terminal operating systems; ensures accuracy of operational data. Completes and submits shift production, payroll, safety, and damage reports within deadlines. Performs additional supervisory and operational duties as required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; equivalent management experience considered.
• Previous experience managing union labor preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to obtain and maintain a TWIC card.
• Current CPR certification.
• Working knowledge of terminal operations, cargo stowage and stability, and local union dispatching rules.
• Demonstrated leadership experience.
• Familiarity with computerized terminal operating systems.
• Knowledge of applicable safety and accident‑prevention codes and regulations.

Schedule

This part‑time position has a variable schedule based on operational needs. The employee must be available for day, evening, night, weekend, and rotating shifts at multiple terminals, with schedules sometimes provided on short notice.

Work Environment

Work is performed outdoors in extreme temperatures (hot and cold), dusty conditions, and high noise levels. The environment may be hazardous due to fast‑moving equipment. The role requires driving approximately 20% of the time throughout the Pacific Northwest.

Pay

$38.00 – $58.00 per hour, based on geographic market, experience, and skill set.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (eligible employees and families).
• Basic life and accidental death insurance.
• Paid disability insurance, including paid parental leave if eligible.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Paid sick leave, vacation time, and company holidays (if eligible).
• Paid bereavement leave and paid jury duty.
• 401(k) plan and additional retirement plan.
• Discretionary and/or metric‑based bonuses dependent on position.