Port Foreman

Join Midwest Salt as a Port Operations and Terminal Lead Supervisor at our Chicago port facility, where your leadership will keep people safe while keeping our materials flowing.

Do you thrive in a fast-paced, hands-on environment? Are you a natural leader who enjoys organizing teams, coordinating logistics, and ensuring safe, efficient operations? We're looking for someone who's ready to take ownership of marine terminal logistics and dock operations, playing a vital role in delivering "Wow" service to our customers.

• Make decisions and solve problems with real-time impact in a dynamic start-up environment
• Championing a culture of safety by developing and upholding standards
• Lead bulk inbound/outbound operations
• Tackle daily variety—from equipment checks and vessel unloading to safety briefings and MARSEC compliance
• Create and supervise terminal workflows
• Train, coach, and develop a skilled operations team for long-term success
• Benefit from investment in your training and professional development
• Thrive in a fast-paced, outdoor environment that will keep you moving
• Enjoy a more consistent schedule compared to many other organizations

Heads-up: this is an outdoor, all-weather role that includes evenings and weekends during peak season. If that excites you, read on.

• All vessel and barge loading/unloading functions and activities
• Operate equipment: loaders, hoppers, conveyors, excavators, dryers, blenders, and more
• Oversight of preventative maintenance and repair of all equipment
• Manage all bulk salt operations including:
• Proper storage and handling
• Loading/Unloading trucks
• Raw material bulk feed production
• Ensure strict compliance with MARSEC and OSHA safety standards
• Lead daily/weekly meetings for responsible teams; measure results against KPIs and adjust plans
• Train team members on processes, equipment, and safety standards
  

• At least 5 years of leadership experience in port or marine operations preferred
• Experience with bulk material handling and quality control
• Strong knowledge of OSHA safety compliance
• Hands-on experience operating and training equipment such as wheel loader, excavator, Bobcat, conveyors, and telestackers
• Ability to train, mentor, and lead teams with clear communication
• Ability to maneuver salt piles, climb ladders, get in and out of machines, and safely board barges
• Physically capable of outdoor, all-weather work and lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Bonus: Heavy equipment certifications, MARSEC/TWIC familiarity, bilingual (English/Spanish)

Location: On-site in Chicago, IL (Port Facility)

Hours: Alternating shifts amongst the leadership team to ensure coverage.

Flexibility: Evenings, weekends, and overtime required during vessel operations and peak operation times

Type: Full-time

Travel: Minimal