Marine Superintendent

In the maritime industry, where colossal ships dock, and millions of tons of cargo are moved with precision, it takes teams of dedicated individuals to keep global trade in motion. Working in this dynamic sector means that you play a part in ensuring the pulse of commerce never skips a beat, all while driving the future of supply chain logistics and marine terminal operations.

Dive into a career where your talents make an impact and help us steer the future of this vital sector. Every job function in our organization, whether it's on the docks or behind the scenes in administrative roles, finance, payroll, or IT, has a significant impact on the national economy and critical supply chain operations.

At Cooper / Ports America, the Marine Superintendent, you'll help lead our teams in maintaining high standards of operational efficiency while prioritizing the safety of all team members. As a steward of operational excellence, a Marine Superintendent will need to be flexible and adapt to changing operational needs and schedules. The Marine Superintendent is a part of the operations management team and is responsible for the direction and supervision of long-shore workers. While maintaining a positive working relationship with the labor, the Marine Superintendent is to set the standard and be held accountable for a safe and efficient operation. With our dedicated teams working on all three coasts across over 33 ports and 70 locations, you'll feel empowered to grow professionally while serving the communities in which we operate.

Where the pulse of global trade meets the precision of maritime excellence, at Cooper / Ports America, we don't just move cargo; we drive the nation's economic engine!

Essential Duties:

• Work closely with terminal staff to prepare department plans while determining the appropriate workforce to hire for an efficient and cost-effective completion of plan.
• Supervise union represented personnel in proper operating procedures and as needed will counsel, discipline, or make termination recommendations to ensure an efficient operation while working within the definitions of the labor agreement.
• Enforce productivity levels by supervising longshore workers in making multiple rounds within the terminal and a follow-up assessment prior to shift end.
• Complete various reports and forms such as shift production, payroll, and safety summaries; produce reports to respective parties within required deadlines.
• Support, monitor, and trouble shoot, when necessary, terminal operating systems, ensuring data is accurate. Additional technology-related duties may apply.
• Plan, hold, and document daily safety meetings; partnering with Area Health, Safety & Environment to understand and train long-shore workers to adhere to safety procedures while implementing plans to address safety hazards.
• Report problems and issues to the appropriate manager of great impact and complexity to the operation.
• Responsible for learning, navigating, and adhering to all union contracts.
• Performs other related duties as directed by business need.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent equivalent
• 2 years of experience in maritime, logistics, terminal operations, or related supply chain industry

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Marine Administration, Transportation, Operations Management, Engineering, or related discipline
• Experience with computerized operating systems
• Knowledge of safety and accident prevention protocols and regulations
• Knowledge and understanding of cargo stowage and stability.
• 2 years leadership experience
• Thorough knowledge or principles of terminal operations

Physical Working Conditions:

• Climb up and down a ladder on a vessel multiple times within a shift
• Work in changing hot and cold climates based on weather conditions
• Work in an environment that may be hazardous to persons unable to see and hear fast moving equipment
• Drive 50%
• Lift, push, and pull up to 30lbs
• Use a computer/keyboard

Ports America is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; religion; national origin; sex (including pregnancy); sexual orientation; gender identity and/or expression; age; disability; genetic information, citizenship status; military service obligations or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

NOTE:

Compensation & Benefits: Actual compensation will be determined based on factors such as experience, qualifications, skills, and geographic location. Eligible employees may receive a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision coverage, retirement benefits, paid time off, paid holidays, and other company-sponsored benefits. Additional incentive compensation may be available based on the position.

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties as needed to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Ports America is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Work Authorization: This position does not offer employment-based immigration sponsorship. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship.

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