Manager, M&R

San Pedro, CA

Yusen Terminals LLC ("YTI," based in Terminal Island (Los Angeles), CA, is wholly owned by Ocean Network Express (ONE), with office headquarters in Singapore.

YTI operates a state-of-the-art marine container terminal in the Port of Los Angeles. YTI was established in 1991 at the Port's Berths 212-218. The services we provide are stevedoring and terminal operations for The Alliance (ONE, Hapag Lloyd, HMM and Yang Ming) as well as slot chartering from Evergreen, CMA-CGM, APL, COSCO and OOCL. As a full-service marine terminal, YTI provides modern technology, equipment, on-dock rail, storage facilities and Alternative Maritime Power (AMP). YTI's highly experienced management team are devoted to efficient cargo handling with a focus on service delivery and customer satisfaction. We currently operate eleven Post Panamax Gantry cranes including six state-of-the-art Super Post Panamax Gantry cranes. YTI is focused on giving all our customers a reliable "Best-in-Class" service delivery as well as a complete suite of marine terminal services to the shipping and transportation community.

Do you dream of working in a job where you can be valued from Day One by your contribution? Yusen Terminals LLC is a place where our people enjoy new challenges and opportunities to grow and be successful in a thriving industry. If you can hold your own and command presence with senior leaders by controlling the room when you walk in and can roll up your sleeves and get stuff done. If you love both fixing things and creating new processes, programs, and policies. If you are someone who likes working in a high energy, fast paced, and dynamic environment then Yusen Terminals LLC is the place for you!

According to a 2023 report from the HEA Group, a higher education research and consulting agency, Marine Transportation is #4 in the top 10 of the highest paying majors in 2023!

If you see today's supply chain challenges as an opportunity to get creative without sacrificing quality, Yusen Terminals LLC is a place where our people enjoy new challenges and opportunities to grow and be successful in a thriving industry. If you are someone who likes working in a high energy, fast paced, and dynamic environment then Yusen Terminals LLC is the place for you!

Overview:

Reporting directly to the General Manger of Maintenance and Repair, the Manager, M&R is responsible for daily supervision of our maintenance vendor (PCMC) to ensure a safe and efficient operation that maximizes equipment availability while meeting all scheduled maintenance intervals with proper manning levels and parts control.

About You:

The focus of this job is on achieving results which are aligned with the larger picture of the organization and its strategic goals. Initiative, coupled with a sense of competitive drive, and the ability to stay focused on results despite changing conditions, is the key to achieving the performance objectives of this job. The work involves an accountable work environment, innovation, and creativity in generating ideas for quick response. Decision-making is focused on implementing practical, timely solutions.

The job requires getting things done quickly and handling a variety of activities. Self-assurance, and the confidence to purposely drive toward results while constantly problem-solving and engaging the commitment of others is essential. A leadership style that is firm and goal oriented, and yet motivates, trains, and engages others in an enthusiastic way is important.

What you will do:

• Responsibility to plan and execute your work in ways that prevent injuries. It is an expectation to lead by example and require all employees to adhere to our safety procedure.
• Reinforce YTI's safety philosophy and culture by engaging vendors to achieve safety goals and maintain high safety standards. Responsible for attending a monthly vendor safety meeting and conducting monthly shop inspection to ensure that shops are kept clean and free of hazards.
• Track and report on key performance indicators, mechanic efficiency, and repair task logs. Analyze performance data to ensure that PCMC takes responsibility by providing actionable insights and recommendations for improvements, and consistently meets or exceeds YTI's expectations.
• Oversee the daily operations of the M&R department, ensuring smooth and efficient functioning of all repair and maintenance activities. This includes daily interaction and effective communication with PCMC onsite Field Managers and the YTI Operations team to address operational issues promptly and effectively. Equipment uptime and availability are the utmost priority to support operations.
• Partner with the General Manager to manage the annual operating budget by monitoring expenditures (labor costs and Parts & Consumables), analyzing cost efficiency, and implement any strategic cost-saving measures as directed by the General Manager. Regularly review financial performance and assist in developing strategies to stay within budget while achieving financial targets.
• Oversee the implementation and adherence to the preventive maintenance schedule for all equipment according to the Original Equipment Manufacturer's requirements.
• Support the General Manager in overseeing revenue for chassis, genset, and reefer repairs. Collaborate with YTI's Finance Team to identify billing discrepancies, manage revenue streams, and ensure PCMC is billing accurately and timely to maintain financial integrity.
• Ensure PCMC manages the parts inventory and procurement processes in accordance with YTI's policies. This includes interfacing with suppliers, handling invoices, and working closely with the procurement manager to negotiate service contracts to ensure timely availability of necessary parts and materials. Fixed asset inventory will be conducted annually, and random spot checks will be conducted to reconcile the third-party labor service provider's records.
• Performs other job duties as required.

What you will bring:

• Undergraduate degree preferred or equivalent years of professional working experience. Experience in transportation or the maritime industry is preferred.
• Knowledge of the transportation, warehousing, international forwarding, or general logistics industry may be helpful, but not required. Understanding the ILWU contract very helpful.
• Managerial and/or supervisory skills
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Knowledge of stevedoring equipment and maintenance
• Understanding of labor relations, labor staff oversight, report preparation and budgetary development.
• Leadership: Guide and inspire others to accomplish goals; encourage high standards of performance. Command attention and respect.
• People Management: Delegate and follow up on special assignments so as to increase team's productivity and competence. Give timely feedback (positive and negative); encourages teamwork and positive morale.
• Team Building: Guide and inspire others to accomplish goals; clearly define expectations and encourage people to meet those requirements; encourage empowerment of all team members.
• Communication: Tactful with customer-oriented attitude and proactive in consulting with the vessel, yard/gate and rail operation managers on matters; share information regularly and consistently.
• Decision-making: Decisive; make timely decisions; exhibit sound judgment. Create contingency plans and alternative solutions to problems.
• Problem Solving: Identify and comprehend elements of a problem, determine and evaluate all alternatives, and weigh the best solution against the probable outcome, exercising discretion and independent judgment throughout.
• Interpersonal Skills: Ability to develop a rapport internally and externally with diverse groups of people and Labor Relations.
• Integrity: Demonstrate loyalty, honesty, credibility and respect for individuals while serving as a role model for the organization's values; an energetic, forward-thinking and creative individual with high ethical standards and an appropriate professional image; ability to organize and manage multiple priorities; experience managing in a union environment.
• Knowledge of computer skills (Word, Excel, Office email)

Competencies Required:

• Leadership
• People Management
• Negotiation
• Team Building
• Project Management
• Entrepreneurial
• Communication/Organizational/Interpersonal Skills
• Decision-making
• Problem Solving

Financial Responsibility and Authority:

• M&R budgetary responsibility
• Partner with finance team to analyze and articulate major cost drivers that contribute to the maintenance and repair department.
• Decisions made at this level directly impact on terminal operating costs and the quality of services supplied to YTI customers.

Our Benefits
We have built a team who love what they do and share a passion for the terminal business. We encourage continuous learning and improvement, share knowledge and ideas freely, and have a dynamic and open culture.

And, if that is not enough, how about this list:

• Work for a company in one of the coolest industries in the world
• Great leadership team that truly believes in people and treating them well
• Paid-Time-Off - 21 days to start as a new hire
• 100% company-paid medical, dental, vision for employee and family
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• STD/LTD
• Life Insurance
• 401k with company match
• Pension Plan
• Group Legal
• EAP services