Barge Supervisor

JSW Steel Limited; Baytown (TX); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

JSW Steel USA is seeking an experienced Barge Supervisor to join our team, overseeing loading/unloading of steel plates, scrap, and slabs from barges and rail cars.

You will lead crane operators and crews, enforce safety, coordinate with rail and tugboat teams, and ensure timely materials movement while maintaining accurate records. The role emphasizes safety, discipline, and efficient operations in a heavy industrial environment in Baytown, TX.

Qualifications

• Experience supervising in industrial/logistics/marine environments.
• Strong safety compliance and regulatory knowledge.
• Ability to coordinate barge and rail loading/unloading operations.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Enforce safety policies during barge and rail loading/unloading.
• Plan and coordinate loading/unloading of steel plates, scrap and slabs.
• Supervise crane operators and loading crews with safe practices.
• Monitor performance and provide leadership, coaching and training.
• Review inspection reports and ensure equipment maintenance.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Coordinate with rail crews and tugboat operators for timely movement.
• Address operational issues promptly and effectively.
• Prepare and submit daily safety, productivity, and equipment reports.
• Maintain accurate records for safety inspections and training.

Skills

Team supervision

Safety compliance

Industrial operations

Problem solving

Scheduling

Training delivery

Communication

Job description

JSW Steel USA is seeking an experienced Barge Supervisor to join our team!

Key Responsibilities:

• Enforce all safety policies and procedures to minimize risk and ensure compliance during barge and rail loading/unloading operations.
• Plan, schedule, and coordinate the efficient unloading and loading of steel plates, scrap, and slabs from barges and rail cars.
• Supervise crane operators and loading crews, ensuring safe work practices and productive operations.
• Monitor team performance and provide leadership, coaching, training, and corrective feedback when necessary.
• Review equipment inspection reports and ensure proper maintenance of cranes, rail cars, and related machinery.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment across all operational areas.
• Coordinate daily activities with rail crews and tugboat operators to ensure timely movement of materials.
• Address operational issues such as equipment malfunctions, delays, or safety concerns quickly and effectively.
• Prepare and submit daily operational reports covering safety, productivity, equipment usage, and workforce performance.
• Maintain accurate records for safety inspections, employee training, and equipment maintenance.

Required Qualifications & Skills:

• Experience supervising employees in an industrial, logistics, marine, or heavy equipment environment.
• Strong commitment to workplace safety and compliance with safety regulations.
• Proven ability to manage teams, enforce safety standards, and maintain operational discipline.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to respond quickly to operational challenges.
• Experience planning and coordinating schedules for barge unloading/loading and rail crew operations.
• Ability to develop, deliver, and reinforce training programs focused on safe and efficient work practices.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

JSWSteelUSAisanequalopportunityemployer.Allqualifiedapplicantswillreceiveconsiderationforemploymentwithoutregardtorace,color,religion,sex,disability,age,sexualorientation,genderidentity,nationalorigin,veteranstatus,geneticinformationoranyotherlegallyprotectedcategories.JSWSteelUSAiscommittedtoprovidingaccess,equalopportunityandreasonableaccommodationforindividualswithdisabilitiesinemployment,itsservices,programs,andactivities.

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