About Us

Matson has been the leading ocean shipping and logistics provider throughout the Pacific since 1882. We are the supply chain lifeline for Hawaii, Alaska, Guam, and islands of the South Pacific. We also offer the top two ocean shipping services in the world’s largest trade lane - Asia to the U.S. West Coast. With our subsidiaries Matson Terminals and Matson Logistics, our business focus is exceeding customer expectations with quality, reliability, and integrity.

We strive to operate in an environmentally sustainable manner and promote land-based environmental programs in Hawaii, Guam, and Alaska. We help improve the communities in which we work and live through our community giving program that annually supports hundreds of local organizations. And we work to improve diversity, equity and inclusion in our company, communities and industry through an active social equity program.

Matson is a great place to work, and everyone who works with us becomes part of the Matson ohana or family. Join our team and help us move freight better than anyone.

Learn more at matson.com.

About the Role

The Assistant Terminal Operations Manager – Maui position is responsible for stevedoring and port operations for Kahului on the island of Maui. Directs all stevedoring, yard, auto and barge planning operations to meet or exceed customer expectations while adhering to the overall Company objectives, budgets, and operating standards. Through effective planning and direction, control labor costs while maintaining good labor relations, safety, and morale of personnel.

What you’ll do:

• Manages and directs Island stevedoring activities to ensure the most productive operations possible. Manages execution of plans for operations, which cover barge/vessel discharge and loadback to ensure freight is available when the customer wants it. Communicates effectively with other MTI and MNC departments.
• Sets priorities with respect to operations and manpower to reach goals in an efficient, timely, and cost-effective manner in compliance with Company policies and objectives.
• Understands and administers the collective bargaining agreements. Acts independently to provide consistent, fair, and impartial disciplinary action and makes promotional recommendations in accordance with the agreement. Adjusts grievances and resolves disputes. Assists with collective bargaining negotiations.
• Directs manpower callouts, scheduling, and shifting to optimize use of labor and minimize cost in accordance with the Longshore and Wharf Clerk collective bargaining agreements and Company policy. Enforces company policy regarding start and stop time, breaks and lunches.
• Continuously monitors the work area to ensure compliance with Company, State and Federal safety regulations in order to maintain a safe working area. Responsible for the enforcement of the Stevedore Industry Committee Substance Abuse Policy Agreement. Investigates incidents involving damage or injury. Responds proactively to accident and damage reports to recommend operational changes or enforce procedures as needed. Pays particular attention to equipment damage and takes steps to reduce damage and correct unsafe practices.
• Hires, trains, and motivates a competent work force. Monitors staff progress and provides feedback on performance. Completes annual performance appraisals for staff.
• In the absence of the Terminal Manager, Kahului, or upon request, the Asst. Terminal Manager, Kahului assumes his/her duties. Performs other special assignments as requested by the Terminal Manager, Kahului, or Vice President of MTI Operations.

In addition to those essential job functions identified above, individuals in this position are also responsible for performing other duties or tasks that may be assigned. The Company retains the discretion to add to or change the essential job functions of this position at any time.

You have these skills:

• Leadership: a demonstrated ability to lead people.
• Ability to think ahead and plan.
• Management: the ability to organize and manage multiple priorities.
• Problem analysis and problem resolution at a functional level.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• A strong team player.
• Computer proficiency

And these qualifications:

• College degree preferred. In-kind experience acceptable.
• Previous supervisory experience in shipping, transportation, logistics or operations.
• Knowledge of Matson Terminals’ operations, preferred.
• Strong first line supervisory experience and good leadership skills required.
• Proven ability to prioritize work responsibilities in a multi-task work environment
• Demonstrated ability to work with and lead bargaining unit personnel with professionalism and diplomacy.
• Must have or be able to obtain and maintain a TWIC card.
• Must be available nights, weekends, and holidays.

Extra credit if you have:

• Knowledge of Matson Terminals’ operations, preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Sitting up to 30 minutes per hour
• Walking up to 50 minutes per hour
• Standing up to 50 minutes per hour
• Lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Must work outside in inclement weather
• May be required to travel

The annual salary range for this position in Hawaii is $76,900 - $104,500. The salary offered will depend upon qualifications and other operational considerations.

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.

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