Stevedore Foreman

Position at Jacintoport International

Starting rate $29 Long-term employment with opportunities for growth

We offer excellent benefits from day one, including:

• 401(K) Retirement Saving Plan w/ Employer Match
• Medical, Dental & Vision insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Life Insurance
• Supplemental Medical Coverage
• Paid Time Off
• Parental Leave
• Paid Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts

POSITION SUMMARY: This position involves the responsibility of overseeing the stevedore functions during vessel operations, providing operational assistance during vessel stowage, while maintaining communication with the Equipment Operators and Stevedores physically loading the vessel. The job functions must be carried out in accordance with general work instructions and established office practices, procedures and precedents. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

GEOGRAPHIC REGION: Please note applications out of the geographic region for position applied will not be considered.

QUALIFICATIONS: Required

• Must have a minimum of one (1) year of industry-related experience performing Longshore functions, both onboard vessels and onshore. In lieu of Longshore experience, candidates must have a minimum of one (1) year warehouse or industrial yard experience involving heavy cargo handling, operation of large-capacity forklifts, and use of heavy-lifting equipment (e.g., overhead cranes) in a port, marine terminal, or similar industrial environment.
• Must have strong leadership skills with experience in supervising warehouse labor and operation, including experience supervising crew members and carrying out supervisor duties.
• Must have a minimum one (1) year forklift experience, operating 9K, 30K or 52K forklift.
• Must be Forklift Certified.
• Must have the ability to read, write, and speak Basic English.
• Must be able to accurately process alpha/numeric information.
• Must be able to obtain HAZMAT certification within 90 days from hire.
• Ability to meet and deal effectively with stevedore co-workers.

• Must have the ability to function effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented work environment
• Must have the ability to work independently with limited supervision and strong initiative
• Must have the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees
• Must have the ability to think logically, follow procedures, instructions and make sound decisions

• The position requires a flexible schedule, including rotating overnight and day shifts, weekends, holidays and extended hours as needed.

Preferred

• Hazmat Certification is a plus
• Knowledge operating two-way hand-held radios.
• Flagman hand signal knowledge

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Primary

• Performs all functions in accordance with operation and safety guidelines
• Follows stow plan for the loading and discharging of vessel
• Supervise and coordinate loading and discharge during vessel operations
• Ensure gear is in good condition before use when lifting cargo
• Report any damages or accidents immediately to Superintendent
• Use two-way hand-held radios to communicate with staff while operation is in progress
• Comprehend and communicate flagman hand signals

• Cooperate with U.S. Customs during cargo operation for each vessel

• Maintain complete confidentiality of all information
• Leads, supervises and works with assigned personnel in the performance of their duties.
• Operate 9K, 30K or 52K forklift when needed to move cargo to designated area
• Report employees not using appropriate Personal Protective Equipment to Superintendent

• Maintain a clean work area, free of debris or safety hazards and awareness of surroundings (i.e. vehicles, people checking equipment, etc.) at all times.

Secondary

• Performs additional job duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Subject to physical and/or DOT Screening is required along with other tests as applicable
• The employee must be able to work in high altitudes
• The employee is occasionally required to sit (while driving), grasp and exercise eye-hand coordination and eye-hand-foot coordination.
• The employee is frequently required to reach forward, exercise repetitive foot and wrist motion and finger dexterity.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use their fingers
• The employee is frequently required to stand and walk.
• The employee is frequently required to talk and hear
• The employee is occasionally required to climb, bend forward, squat, twist, reach overhead and pinch
• The employee is occasionally required to lift, carry, push and pull up to 55 pounds
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

SAFETY REQUIREMENTS:

• Report safety hazards
• Immediately report incidents involving injury, illness, or property damage
• Wear appropriate PPE as instructed by immediate supervisor
• Comply with all company safety policies, procedures, and rules
• Refuse any unsafe task or operation
• Participate in safety meetings and training
• Be constantly aware of their personal safety and that of their coworkers.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED: Receives direct supervision from the Superintendent and exercises supervision over Operators, and Longshore workers on the vessel. CONDITIONS:

• Exposure to all possible environmental factors such as cold, extreme heat, rain, snow, wind and high humidity during day and night shifts
• The employee frequently works near moving mechanical parts

• The employee is continuously exposed to dust, fumes, and airborne particles

• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to high.

DISCLAIMER:

• We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.
• If an applicant with a disability is unable or limited in their ability to use or access our online application center as a result of their disability, they can request reasonable accommodations by sending an email to View email address on click.appcast.io
• The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.
• The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.