Vessel Operations Supervisor

Matson Logistics; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 77,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent logistics company is seeking a Vessel Operations Supervisor to oversee operations in Tacoma, WA. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring vessels run on schedule and within budget while also maintaining compliance with regulations. Ideal candidates will possess strong leadership skills, a background in the transportation industry, and a Bachelor's degree.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401k with employer matching

Paid leaves of absence

Profit sharing

Qualifications

• At least three (3) years’ management experience within the transportation industry.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a TWIC card.
• Valid Washington driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Manage vessel operations to maximize efficiency and productivity.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards and operational procedures.
• Monitor vessel activities and resolve discrepancies efficiently.

Skills

Effective Communications

Directs Work

Collaboration

Decision-Making

Situational Adaptability

Accountability

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

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Description

Position at Matson Navigation Company of Alaska, LLC

The

Description

Position at Matson Navigation Company of Alaska, LLC

The Vessel Operations Supervisor is responsible for directing and managing vessel operations in Tacoma, WA. Direct responsibilities include working with SSAT, SLC planners, and Fleet Ops to ensure Matson vessels remain on schedule and are being work efficiently. Financial responsibilities include preparing, tracking, managing stevedoring budgets, analyzing performance to budget, determining variance to budget, implementing corrective actions, and controlling labor and material costs. The position is responsible for ensuring Matson’s operational standards and processes are maintained and that all regulatory requirements are met at all times.

What You’ll Do

• Manage vessel operations in the Pacific Northwest Region.
• Manage and oversee SSAT and SLC planners to ensure vessels are being worked and stowed per Matson’s requirements.
• Maximize vessel operation efficiencies and productivity to meet or exceed standards.
• Monitor and control all vessel activities including stowage, repairs, ganging, and standby times.
• Prepare and distribute vessel projections.
• Inspect flat cargo with Chief Mates to ensure seaworthiness.
• Send out hazardous and reefer cargo manifests.
• Work with Customs and the Department of Agriculture to clear inbound loads.
• Work with SSAT and customers on hazardous permit loads.
• Send out final sailing emails and ensure SSAT reporting is accurate and distributed in a timely manner.
• Prepare vessel PPR’s for weekly financial tracking.
• Work with SSAT to ensure we are discharging an adequate amount of equipment to wheels to support operational needs.
• Work with Alaska and Hawaii ports to ensure we are receiving the appropriate consist to meet customer demands and operate efficiently.
• Work with SSAT to reduce or eliminate yard gang costs and operate as efficiently as possible.
• Ensure that customer stowage requirements are met.
• Ensure SOP’s are up to date and reviewed quarterly for changes.
• Must be able to understand and administer the IBT and OPEIU CBA and act independently to provide consistent, fair, and impartial disciplinary actions and resolve disputes.
• Develops standards of best practices for processes.
• Understands workflow and utilizes company computer systems to ensure accurate information is obtained from and transferred to the databases for efficient equipment maintenance and cost control.
• Set associate objectives, follow-up, and evaluate. Reward and discipline as necessary.
  
  

You Have These Skills

• Effective Communications– Excellent written and verbal communication skills that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different workgroups. Respond effectively to the reactions and positions of others.
• Directs Work– Demonstrates leadership capabilities by stepping up and tackling tough assignments and provides direct and actionable feedback.
• Collaboration– Maintains positive work relationships by collaborating and building a team. Must be able to partner with others to get work accomplished and have the ability to gain trust and support from multiple union groups.
• Decision-Making– Makes quick decisions in time-sensitive situations. Must be able to consider all relevant factors and use appropriate decision-making criteria and principles.
• Situational Adaptability– Must be adaptable and be able to revise plans to account for changing circumstances. Ability to manage the demands of different situations.
• Accountability– Establish clear responsibilities and processes for monitoring work and measuring results. Take personal responsibility for decisions, actions, and failures.
• Optimizes Work Processes– Identify and create processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Understanding of workflow and able to utilize company computer systems to ensure accurate information is obtained from and transferred to the databases for efficient equipment maintenance and cost control.
• Ability to set and communicate clear goals and priorities.
• Ability to set priorities, develop a quick course of action under pressure.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to interact effectively with internal and external customers.
  
  

And These Qualifications

• At least three (3) years’ management experience within the transportation industry.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and the internet.
• Must possess a good working knowledge of the containerized freight industry. Possess a basic understanding of supply chain management and logistics as they pertain to containerized cargo operations.
• Some travel may be required, along with working in a shop and warehouse environment. The work environment is occasionally outside in all types of weather and the noise level is moderate depending on the type of work being performed.
• Must be flexible to work and support a 24-hour operation to include working holidays and weekends as needed.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a TWIC card.
• Valid Washington driver’s license.
• Must be able to understand and administer the IBT and OPEIU CBA and act independently to provide consistent, fair, and impartial disciplinary actions and resolve disputes.
  
  

You’re Also Great At

• Developing relationships and treating people as valued team members. Presenting a positive attitude, with people skills in managing a large union workforce.
  
  

Extra Credit If You Have

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Prior experience with a union workforce and understanding of Collective Bargaining Agreements.
  
  

The annual salary range is posted for this position in Washington, and the salary offered will depend upon qualifications and other operational considerations.

Matson offers medical, dental, and vision insurance benefits as well as a wide variety of other benefits to employees and their families. These benefits options include life insurance, supplemental life insurance, paid leaves of absence, and long-term disability insurance, as well as more specialized benefits such as emergency childcare, death, and dismemberment insurance, prepaid legal services, and adoption assistance. Matson offers a 401k with employer matching, cash balance plan and profit sharing, along with 10 paid holidays, sick days, and a tiered PTO plan. More information on our benefits can be found here.

At Matson, we're looking for people to build a unified team to maintain our values of trust, integrity, and reliability. We welcome diverse perspectives and people who think rigorously and thoughtfully challenge assumptions.

Matson is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, parental status, ancestry, disability, AIDS/HIV status, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected status. Qualified applicants with arrest and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with federal and state laws, as well as applicable local ordinances, including, but not limited to, the San Francisco and Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinances. View our applicant privacy statement: https://www.matson.com/media/Applicant_Privacy_Statement.pdf.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage

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