Job Title: Assistant Manager of Operations FLSA Status: Exempt
Reports to: Container Yard Manager
Department: Centralized Examination Station Location: Garden City
JOB OVERVIEW:
Under the supervision of the Container Yard Manager, the Assistant Manager of Operations directly supervises, plans, organizes, coordinates, and evaluates all Container Operations service departments and personnel.
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Ensures all Yard, Vessel, Gate, and Intermodal operations are run safely, efficiently, and within the parameters of the operating budget.
2. Coordinates with the Georgia Ports Authority Maintenance Department to ensure the availability of container handling equipment for service (production) demands as well as for preventive maintenance scheduling.
3. Oversees the scheduling of departmental employees.
4. Ensures proper training of employees to safely operate container handling equipment and relevant GPA computer systems.
5. Coordinates with external customers to ensure the Yard (Marine Terminal or Intermodal Container Transfer Facility) is organized and operated in an efficient and safe manner.
6. Makes plans to facilitate new business opportunities and analyzes operating methods.
7. Prepares evaluations for departmental employees. Conducts regular Safety and Business meetings with departmental employees.
8. Monitors Yard activities and production levels as required.
9. Assists with the preparation of the department’s budget.
10. Assists with the preparation of department goals and implements procedures to accomplish those goals.
11. Ensures all employees perform their duties with the utmost concern for their safety, their equipment’s upkeep, and the safety and well-being of those working on the Port.
12. Performs other duties as assigned.
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Ability to schedule, organize, supervise work of subordinates. Ability to exercise prompt independent judgment. Ability to learn and manage the GPA computer systems. Excellent oral, written, and listening skills required. Ability to deal effectively and professionally with the GPA staff on all levels as well as customers, representatives of the shipping industry, and the general public required.
Education and/or Experience:
Four year college degree in business, transportation or related field required. Three years of related work experience desired. Prior management experience desired.
Other Requirements:
Must meet the criteria for and obtain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC). Valid state driver’s license required.
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