Manager of Operations - Blue Ridge Connector

Georgia Ports Authority • Gainesville, GA

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About The Position

Under the supervision of the General Manager of Inland Operations, the Manager
of Operations - BRC oversees all aspects of Blue Ridge Connector Operations.

Upholds the values of the GPA to promote Safety, Integrity, Respect, Community,
Creativity and Opportunity. Promotes a safe work environment by participating in
safety initiatives and reporting unsafe conditions and behaviors.

Requirements

• Ability to effectively and professionally communicate with employees at all levels of GPA's organization, as well as customers and other external stakeholders.
• Skills in scheduling, organizing, and supervising the safe and efficient work of all subordinates.
• Ability to exercise prompt independent judgment.
• Ability to learn and utilize GPA's terminal operating system(s) and data analysis tools.
• 1-3 years Intermodal terminal operations management Required
• TWIC - Transportation Worker Identification Credential Required Upon Hire
• Driver's License - Valid state driver's license Required Upon Hire

Nice To Haves

• 1-3 years Class I railroad operations management or network design and planning Preferred
• Bachelor's Degree Four-year college degree in business, transportation, or related field

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the planning and execution of daily operations and the direct management of the BRC terminal and employees.
• Ensures that all GPA Intermodal Operations and GPA Corporate Safety standards are followed, to include maintaining appropriate SOP's and ensuring adherence to all terminal compliance guidelines for employees and vendors.
• Collaborates and engages with Class I Railroad personnel as needed to ensure intermodal services provided are consistently meeting GPA's expectations.
• Responsible for overseeing and adjusting staffing levels, stack, truck, and train management, as needed based on volume demand and GPA service expectations.
• Coordinates all aspects of external stakeholders' involvement with BRC to ensure organized and efficient operations, to include, but not limited to, customer service issues, billing concerns, and vendor service requirements.
• Actively monitors inventory and billing management on terminal, ensuring the placarding requirements, storage, billing, and overall handling procedures for hazardous or other commodities are handled appropriately.
• Maintains and/or develops all appropriate training for employees.
• Responsible for preparing and presenting all aspects of BRC performance reports on an as needed basis.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level