Terminal Manager - JSTR (Finance)

Position Description

KINDER MORGAN
Kinder Morgan is one of the largest energy infrastructure companies in North America. We are a market leader in each of our businesses - Natural Gas Pipelines, Products Pipelines, CO2, and Terminals. We have an unparalleled, large footprint of diversified and strategically located assets that are core to North American energy infrastructure and help deliver needed energy products to high-demand markets.
Kinder Morgan offers a robust benefits package that begins on your first day, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, two retirement plans, paid holidays, and paid time off.
BUSINESS UNIT: TERMINALS
Kinder Morgan is the largest independent terminal operator in North America, providing a strong, reliable network of 144 terminals serving our customers' storage, distribution, blending and logistical needs. Our terminals store and handle renewable fuels, petroleum products, chemicals, vegetable oils and other products. We have a combined liquids storage capacity of approximately 151 million barrels and handle about 59 million tons of dry bulk materials annually.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Full responsibility and oversight in Field operations of a 24/7 liquid terminal operation in Pasadena, Texas. Position would be responsible for all aspects of terminal field Operations. This position will manage Truck Rack Supervisor-Operations, Truck Rack Controllers, as well as administrative support. The position will work closely with Control Center Manager, Maintenance Manager, Customer Service Manager, Engineering Manager, and EHS Manager in the safe operation of the terminal while continuously improving our SQE culture. Position will also work closely with the commercial and finance groups in meeting the objectives of the terminal. Lastly work with truck drivers and carriers to improve performance of the terminal and resolve their issues.

• Management of employees including hiring, discipline process, employee performance reviews, safety of employees and the management of safety programs.
• Participation and assistance in negotiations with customers and service providers to meet the goals of the Terminal.
• Growth and development of business internally and externally with the support of the commercial group.
• Participates in Quality Partnership meetings with Customer Service Manager, Control Center Manager and customers for the improvement and development of customer relations and service using a quantitative, quality based approach.
• Works with Engineering Managers (Regional and Major projects group) in scoping, designing. And building new assets.
• Works closely with project managers to ensure the safe and efficient completion of new terminal assets.
• Works with Regional Engineering group on inspection and repair of critical assets (Tank rehabilitation, dock rehabilitation, critical pipe repairs.
• Responsible for ensuring all department Managers participate in final project inspections and for bringing both new and older assets in and out of service safely and efficiently.
• Stays abreast of changes in working conditions or new technology that could increase the safety and efficiency of the operations.
• Initiates and supports improvement plans for employees to succeed in their efforts to achieve the goals of the department.
• Develops and implements company policies on worker safety, safety regulations, company policies/procedures and work rules.
• Sets direction to improve handling methods, equipment performance, and quality of product handling.
• Monitor the operation of facility equipment and systems.
• Works closely with Maintenance personnel in servicing and repair of all equipment necessary for the continuity of operations and the safety of terminal personnel
• Train labor force to ensure consistent attainment of schedules at optimum productivity and cost levels
• Recommend improvement in equipment or methods.
• Review the operation of facility equipment and systems constantly to minimize unplanned downtime, anticipate problems in a timely manner and identify opportunities for improvement
• Initiate and carry out projects that improve efficiency and/or reduce operating costs
• Direct, maintain and enforce the safety program for the maintenance department
• Communicate directly with the operations department to coordinate maintenance and repair work
• Ensure KM core principles are followed to include dual verification
• Other duties as assigned

Position Requirements

EDUCATION:

• Associates Degree or equivalent work experience may be considered

EXPERIENCE / SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE:

• Previous Operations Supervisory experience
• Must be able to understand the needs of the business unit for which development work is being performed
• Must possess understanding of liquid petroleum operations / equipment
• Intermediate to advanced proficiency level in Microsoft Office applications, including, but not limited to Outlook, Word, Excel and other Office Suite applications
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, including, but not limited to, the ability to present ideas, proposals and results to business segment leaders
• Ability to organize and prioritize daily work, including tracking and managing small projects to see projects to completion while maintaining strict confidentiality as necessary
• Experience with TopTech is preferred
• Other duties as assigned

CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES AND REGISTRATIONS:

• Must possess and maintain a valid motor vehicle operator's license and have willingness to use personal and/or company vehicle in the course of employment and be insurable by the company insurance carrier
• Must have a TWIC card

COMPETENCIES, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Proficient PC skills: MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint and other Office Suite general products
• Must have exceptional verbal and written communication skills, including, but not limited to, the ability to present ideas, proposals and results to business segment leaders and to internal and external customers.
• Must be able to successfully and simultaneously manage multiple tasks and work with minimal direct supervision.
• Must possess general understanding of how corporate policies, procedures, practices and processes relate to the business segment and internal and external customers
• Experience in developing, implementing and successfully managing operating budgets
• Ability to identify and establish expectations in an employee / employer relationship (subordinate / manager)
• Solid leadership, communication, motivation and interpersonal skills and the ability to manage project(s) that will include working with individuals with varying disciplines, backgrounds and experience levels.
• Must be able to work with a team, take directions from supervisors, prioritize work schedules, focus attention on details and follow work rules.
• Must be able to communicate verbally and in writing, in English
• Must be able to obtain and maintain TWIC clearance

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Regularly exposed to outside weather conditions and also, but not limited to: heights in excess of 4 feet, moving mechanical parts, vibration, uneven terrain and high noise levels in the work environment
• Required to stand, walk and climb for extended periods of time
• Communicate with supervision and co-workers via radio and hand signals
• Must wear FRC clothing
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus
• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER STATEMENT: We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.