Lead

AMPORTS Inc.; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

AMPORTS Inc. is seeking a dedicated supervisor to lead the department operations, coordinate daily activities, and ensure safety and compliance across port-based activities.

You will oversee training, maintain logs, and ensure the team understands daily objectives set by the supervisor. The role requires strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills, with the ability to guide a team and prioritize tasks in a dynamic production environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; 1–3 months related training or experience.
• Preferred one-year certificate from college or technical school.
• Must obtain TWIC badge.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate department operations to meet daily objectives.
• Ensure safety regulations are followed and the work area is clean.
• Train new employees in standards and protocols and maintain training logs.
• Understand daily goals set by supervisor and align team priorities.
• Help team complete tasks and cover all job duties within the department.

Skills

Team leadership

Effective communication

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical certificate or associate degree (preferred)

Tools

MS Office

TWIC credential (required)

Basic PC skills

Job description

AMPORTS is a leading provider of port-based automotive and logistics services supporting customers across the United States.

Summary/Objective

Lead and coordinate the department operations, understand objectives for the day and goals set by the supervisor.

Essential Functions

• Ensure all Amports ports safety regulations are met and adhered to.
• Ensure cleanliness of shop.
• Train new employees in standards and protocols.
• Ensure training logs are maintained and kept current.
• Understand objectives for the day and goals set by supervisor.
• Know all functions of job scope and how to perform all job duties in your department.
• Help team in areas of need to complete tasks for the day.

Competencies

• Effective communicator in listening, writing, and verbal.
• Must be detail oriented.
• Ability to solve problems.
• Ability to work as a team.
• Ability to organize and prioritize competing responsibilities.
• Punctual and dependable person.
• Ability to lead a team.

Supervisory Responsibility

This position has direct reports.

Work Environment

Well-lighted, heated and/or air-conditioned indoor office, production setting, outdoor/indoor shop environment or enclosed vehicle with adequate ventilation and protection from extreme weather conditions.

Physical Demands

Moderate physical activity performing strenuous daily activities of a primarily administrative or production/technical nature. Manual dexterity sufficient to reach and handle items

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are primarily 8 hours each day, Monday through Friday on a day shift. This position often requires overtime.

Travel

This position does not have any travel requirements.

Required Education And Experience

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience

Preferred Education And Experience

One year certificate from college or technical school; or three to six months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience

Computer Operations

Basic personal computer skills including electronic mail, word processing, spreadsheet, graphics, etc.

Work Authorization/Security Clearance

Must be able to obtain TWIC badge (Transportation Working Identification Credential).

Disclaimer + EEO Statement

AMPORTS is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of duties, responsibilities, or qualifications. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.

Equal Opportunity Employer

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.