Yard Manager

AMPORTS has been a leader in the global automotive service industry for over 60 years. With multiple locations in the United States and Mexico, AMPORTS is one of the largest auto processors in North America. We believe in a perpetual commitment to quality, safety, operational excellence, and customer satisfaction.

Our purpose at AMPORTS is to leverage our port and terminal infrastructure, creating capacity, value, and supply chain solutions for finished vehicles. We take pride in providing service to our customers that is matched by no other. We know how to work hard, play hard, and recognize success. We want to welcome go-getters that are motivated to focus on pooling resources, knowledge and skills to get the job done.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Summary/Objective

Responsible for day-to-day terminal operations. Assures a safe and efficient working environment while meeting AMPORTS and customers’ expectations and best interests. Responsible for equipment maintenance and repairs, onsite safety contact, working with the safety coordinator in meeting company policies and guidelines in day-to-day operations. Works directly with customer service to accommodate customers questions and concerns, not limited to cargo inquiry, quotes, and terminal/shipping lines’ policy concerns.

Essential Functions

· Make sure all the equipment is okay (machines and gear)

· Manage customer relations.

· Assist with accidents and incidents investigations.

· Assure shipping line policies are being met.

· Cargo handling quotes.

· Direct, train and coach yard staff.

· Daily staffing of the ILA workforce.

· Good knowledge of cargo handling and rigging.

Competencies

· Ability to mediate if conflict arises.

· Ability to multi-task.

· Must possess good mathematical skills.

· Project management capacity.

· Must have experience with excavation, Ag, and other HH equipment.

Supervisory Responsibility

This position has direct reports.

Work Environment

Outdoors exposed to changing and/or extreme weather conditions (for instance, rain, sun, snow, wind, humidity, etc.).

Physical Demands

Moderate physical activity performing somewhat strenuous daily activities of a primarily administrative or production/technical nature. Manual dexterity sufficient to reach and handle items.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work is primarily Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5 p.m. This position may require overtime.

Travel

Minimal overnight travel (up to 10%) by land and/or air.

Required Education and Experience

Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university; or one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Minimum education and experience

Preferred Education and Experience

Demonstrated use of intermediate computer operations (basic programming in 3rd and 4th generation languages, relational databases, and operating systems) and intermediate software packages, (word processing, spreadsheet, graphics, etc.)

Computer Operations

Proficient personal computer skills including electronic mail, record keeping, routine database activity, word processing, spreadsheet, graphics, etc.

Certifications

Work Authorization/Security Clearance

Must be able to obtain TWIC badge (Transportation Working Identification Card)

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Amports is an equal opportunity employer and diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.