Operations Clerk I: Cargo & Dispatch (Flexible Hours)

Gulf Stream Marine, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Gulf Stream Marine, Inc. seeks a Clerk to coordinate and execute operational, workforce, and administrative tasks across terminal, vessel, warehouse, and maintenance environments.

This role supports cargo documentation, labor planning, dispatching, inventory coordination, and timekeeping processes. The position serves as a liaison between frontline teams and management, ensuring operational efficiency and compliance with company standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; associate degree or technical training preferred.
• Minimum 2 years in operations, maintenance, workforce planning, dispatch, or timekeeping.
• TWIC card required; valid driver’s license; insurability standards.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and enterprise systems (e.g., Dayforce).
• English literacy required; bilingual English/Spanish a plus.
• Willingness to work weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Operational Coordination: Oversee and verify cargo movement documentation (discharge, stowing, loading).
• Provide direction and support to Clerk I and Checker levels.
• Coordinate with terminal, vessel, and warehouse teams to ensure smooth cargo flow.
• Communicate with customers, port captains, truck lines, and receiving yards to optimize import/export operations.
• Monitor inventory levels and assist in reconciliation and reporting.
• Workforce Planning, Timekeeping & Dispatch: Assist in short-term labor planning and scheduling across multiple terminals.
• Dispatch labor resources based on operational needs and priorities.
• Track labor utilization and support equitable workforce allocation.
• Coordinate mobile labor logistics, including travel, lodging, and transportation.
• Liaise with temporary labor vendors and verify service delivery and invoicing.
• Maintain accurate timekeeping records using HR systems.
• Code job assignments and ensure timely data entry for payroll processing.
• Monitor attendance and support disciplinary documentation.
• Generate and distribute daily reports related to labor, cargo, and inventory.
• Support compliance with safety, operational, and HR policies.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

English proficiency

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate’s Degree or technical training

Tools

Microsoft Office

Dayforce

Job description

Gulf Stream Marine, Inc. seeks a Clerk to coordinate and execute operational, workforce, and administrative tasks across terminal, vessel, warehouse, and maintenance environments.

This role supports cargo documentation, labor planning, dispatching, inventory coordination, and timekeeping processes. The position serves as a liaison between frontline teams and management, ensuring operational efficiency and compliance with company standards.