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Job Title

Position at Jacintoport International

Job Description

Starting rate: $24 per hour Long-term employment with opportunities for growth We offer excellent benefits 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

POSITION SUMMARY: This position is responsible for supervising and coordinating scheduled cargo to be readied for Stevedoring operations to load to Vessel as break-bulk, vessel convenience consolidation or customer request consolidation as well as coordinating verification and placement for inbound cargo discharged from vessels. 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.

Qualifications

Required

• Must have a minimum of two (2) years of experience in the maritime industry as a team leader or Header
• Must have a minimum of two (2) years of experience operating a forklift from 8K- 52K
• Must have strong time management and organizational skills. Must be able to prioritize
• Must have the ability to read, write, and speak Intermediate English
• Must have basic knowledge utilizing two-way hand held radio
• Must have Basic experience in general computer knowledge Intermediate data entry experience
• Must be able to accurately process alpha/numeric information

Preferred

• Working knowledge of HAZMAT (DOT:49CFR) or Dangerous Goods (IMO:IMDG Code)
• Current and valid HAZMAT & Dangerous Goods certification

Duties and Responsibilities

Primary

• Perform all functions in accordance with operation and safety guidelines
• Coordinates the pre-staging of cargo scheduled for vessel loading by readying as break-bulk or consolidation into/onto shipping equipment following established company guidelines.
• Ensures that export cargo is readied and pre-staged for loading.
• Ensures that import cargo is accounted for and received from Vessel operations.
• Directs forklift Operators and Labor assigned to perform staging Operations
• Maintains effective communication between staff and Walking Foreman
• Ensures that a safe work area is maintained at all times
• Loading and unloading cargo within the terminal
• Accessing load list for cargo loading in the company's operating system
• Works continually to minimize damage to cargo
• Operate heavy equipment to transport them through the yard as needed for the terminal operations
• Maintain a clean work area, free of debris or safety hazards and awareness of surroundings (i.e. vehicles, people, equipment, etc.) at all times

Secondary

• Conducts walkthroughs inspections of their assigned work areas with the specific purpose of identifying discrepancies and making sure that correct cargo is shipped or received.
• Monitors and ensures that equipment operating in work area is safe and in operable conditions
• Ensures compliance with all company policies and procedures
• Identifies hazards and keeps Supervisors informed of any issues or accidents that affect employees or cargo.

Physical Requirements

• Subject to physical and/or DOT Screening is required along with other tests as applicable
• Ability to think logically and analyze (problem solve; collect data and draw valid conclusions).
• High energy level, comfortable performing multifaceted projects in conjunction with normal activities.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and use his/her fingers.
• The employee frequently is required to talk and/or hear.
• The employee is interchangeably required to sit, stand and walk.
• Ability to bend regularly.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Ability to work independently, keeping in mind company guidelines.
• Must be able to work (flexible hours) long hours including nights, overtime, weekends and holidays
• Must be able to work in an outdoor environment
• Must be able to occasionally lift, push and pull up to 55 pounds
• Ability to exercise independent judgment within established systems and procedures
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees

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.

Conditions

• Must be able and willing to work in an outdoor environment, exposed to all possible environmental factors such as extreme heat, cold, rain, wind and high humidity during day and night shifts.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to high.
• Occasionally exposure to dust, fumes and/or gases.

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.