Vessel Operations Lead for Lean Improvement & Safety

APM Terminals Inland Services Pvt Ltd; Elizabeth (NJ); Sur place; USD 110 000 - 120 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

APM Terminals Elizabeth seeks a Manager of Vessel Operations to lead vessel switching, berthing and stowage planning, and safety compliance in a fast-paced, office-based terminal setting.

You will drive continuous improvement across operations, collaborate with vessel planners, unions, and port partners, and manage cost, service quality, and productivity through data-driven decisions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college in Operations Management, Logistics, Supply Chain, Business Administration, Maritime/Transportation or related field; 4–7 years terminal ops experience.
• Experience with Terminal Operating Systems, Navis N4/XPS, and vessel stowage or planning modules; familiarity with TMS, WMS, Power BI or related reporting systems is advantageous.
• Experience in an ILA or Longshore unionized environment, including Master Labor Agreement administration and grievance or performance processes is strongly preferred.
• Ability to obtain DHS TWIC card and Port Access Card; competent rigger qualification preferred.
• Knowledge of vessel stowage, lashing, stevedoring, and safe terminal operations; strong supervisory and collaboration skills.

Responsabilités

• Organize and control vessel operations during designated shifts, setting priorities and directing team members to meet objectives.
• Coordinate with Planning to maintain ship-working programs supporting berthing and sailing deadlines.
• Direct safe loading/unloading of vessels, maximizing productivity while controlling costs and complying with OSHA and the Longshore contract.
• Execute stowage plans using Navis N4/XPS; ensure containers are loaded and lashed per vessel requirements.
• Supervise Foremen, Head Clerk, stevedores, and ILA labor; ensure safe, efficient work per Master Labor Agreement.
• Monitor hourly counts, production, delays, equipment use, and staffing; use dashboards to address constraints and improve performance.
• Manage safety talks, vessel inspections, incident follow-up, labor issues, shift reporting, and accurate Operational Statements for billing.

Connaissances

Lean & Kaizen

Leadership

Operations leadership

Navis N4/XPS

Labor relations

TWIC/Port Access

Formation

Bachelor's degree in related field

Outils

Navis N4/XPS

Power BI

TMS/WMS

Description du poste

APM Terminals Elizabeth seeks a Manager of Vessel Operations to lead vessel switching, berthing and stowage planning, and safety compliance in a fast-paced, office-based terminal setting.

You will drive continuous improvement across operations, collaborate with vessel planners, unions, and port partners, and manage cost, service quality, and productivity through data-driven decisions.