Terminal Manager

Location: Woodville Pellets – Port Arthur Terminal

Overview
Woodville Pellets is seeking a dynamic Terminal and Logistics Manager to oversee all logistics, freight, and terminal operations at our Port Arthur facility. This role is critical to ensuring efficient, compliant, and cost-effective transportation and vessel loading operations for one of the largest pellet production and export facilities in the region.

Key Responsibilities:

Ground Logistics

• Manage over $5 million in logistics costs for both Woodville and Port Arthur sites.
• Oversee labor, maintenance, and loading costs specific to the Port Arthur terminal.
• Lead all freight logistics operations, including inbound and outbound shipments at the Port Arthur Terminal.
• Supervise a fleet of 5 trucks, 12 trailers, and 7 drivers, ensuring DOT compliance and cost efficiency.
• Contract and manage third-party logistics providers (currently ~20 loads/day across multiple vendors).
• Schedule and oversee scale house personnel and truck drivers, responding in real-time to production demands.
• Collaborate on equipment configuration and capital equipment selection.
• Coordinate with internal departments to meet customer shipping deadlines.
• Support and implement company policies and performance goals.
• Enforce health and safety standards across all terminal logistics operations.
• Supervise team members, conduct performance reviews, and identify ongoing training needs.

Sea Freight & Pellet Storage Operations

• Full operational responsibility for the Port Arthur storage and vessel loading facility (5 silos, ~50,000 tons shipped every two months).
• Manage all aspects of maritime vessel loading: scheduling, quality assurance, safety, and real-time reporting.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and hazard-free terminal environment.
• Operate terminal equipment including forklifts, bobcats, cranes, fire suppression systems, and control systems.
• Enforce all company safety rules, lockout/tagout procedures, confined space permits, and related protocols.
• Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations.
• Develop deep expertise in fire prevention, suppression equipment, and safety procedures within the first 6 months.

Leadership & Compliance

• Lead a 24-hour terminal operations team including 8 direct reports (mechanics, electricians, etc.).
• Maintain a safe operation during vessel loadout and silo activity.
• Uphold cleanliness and safety of the terminal at all times.
• Coordinate daily with the Woodville Mill team through virtual meetings.
• Conduct regular fire suppression drills to ensure emergency readiness.
• Liaise with regulatory and government agencies as required (Port Authority, TCEQ, OSHA, USCG, Port Arthur Fire Department).
• Be available to support a 24/7 operational environment.

Critical Control & System Integrity

The successful candidate will ensure the integrity of all control systems vital to safety and operational excellence.

Responsibilities include:

• Clear Expectations: Enforce strict compliance with all critical control systems — no exceptions.
• System Oversight: Conduct audits to verify system functionality and prevent unauthorized workarounds.
• Visible Leadership: Provide active, hands-on leadership in safety and compliance practices.
• Emergency Readiness: Lead regular emergency drills and ensure team preparedness.
• System Mastery: Acquire deep knowledge of all operational control systems within the first 6 months.
• Escalation & Resolution: Apply zero-tolerance to system deviations; lead prompt issue resolution.

If you're looking for a challenging, hands-on leadership opportunity with a growing and developing company, we encourage you to apply and be a part of shaping the future at Woodville Pellets – Port Arthur.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $90,000.00 - $125,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• On call
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person

Salary : $90,000 - $125,000