Blake Glassco
Costa Mesa,CA
Summary
Dynamic Senior Operations Manager with extensive experience at Total Terminals International, excelling in container yard operations and strategic planning. Proven track record in optimizing cargo handling and driving process improvements, enhancing efficiency by 20%. Adept at cross-functional coordination and budget management, fostering strong stakeholder relationships to achieve operational excellence.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Operations Manager – Yard & Vessel Department
Total Terminals International (TTI)
Port of Long Beach, CA
01.2024 - Current
- Oversee all facets of vessel operations within a 385-acre container terminal, leading a team of 24 direct reports across multiple functions.
- Coordinated vessel arrivals, departures, and berth planning to enhance operational efficiency and ensure service commitments.
- Optimized yard logistics and cargo handling, improving equipment utilization and contributing to throughput enhancements.
- Collaborate with port authorities, shipping lines, vendors, and internal teams to streamline workflows and resolve operational challenges.
- Managed operational budgets and tracked KPIs, implementing process improvements that aligned with company and regulatory objectives.
- Direct federally funded and CAPEX infrastructure upgrades, overseeing multiple vendors and ensuring projects are delivered on schedule and within budget.
Senior Operations Manager / Facility Security Officer (FSO)
Total Terminals International (TTI)
Port of Long Beach, CA
09.2022 - 01.2024
- Developed and maintained Facility Security Plan (FSP) to ensure compliance with MTSA and federal regulations, enhancing overall security posture.
- Administered security systems, including Avigilon VMS and Lenel Access Control, to maintain operational readiness and ensure compliance with security protocols.
- Partnered with TTI’s Compliance Team to oversee infrastructure upgrades, emergency response planning, and regulatory adherence.
- Coordinated audits, drills, and reporting as liaison with USCG, CBP, POLB, and other regulatory bodies, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
Terminal Operations Manager
Total Terminals International (TTI)
Port of Long Beach, CA
03.2015 - 10.2022
- Directed teams across terminal operations, enhancing operational understanding of yard, vessel, rail, and security management.
- Implemented process improvements and cost-control measures that enhanced throughput, safety, and operational efficiency.
- Cultivated stakeholder relationships to align terminal operations with strategic planning and customer service objectives.
- Managed cargo operations across yard, rail, and vessel departments, ensuring seamless coordination across multiple shifts and operational functions.
3rd Mate, Officer in Charge of a Navigational Watch (OICNW)
Hornbeck Offshore
06.2011 - 03.2015
- Oversaw safe vessel operations as navigational officer in complex offshore environments, ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
- Conducted safety audits and enforced compliance with SOLAS, OSHA, and USCG standards, enhancing overall safety protocols.
- Led onboard safety training and emergency drills, fostering a safety-first culture through daily safety analyses.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Marine Transportation
California Maritime Academy
Vallejo, CA06-2011
Skills
- Vessel operations
- Berth planning
- Process improvement
- Budget management
- Security compliance
- Cargo handling
- Infrastructure upgrades
- Project management
- Strategic planning
- Cross-functional coordination
- Technology integration
Certification
- 3rd Mate Unlimited Tonnage, All Certifications
- Facility Security Officer (FSO), Terminal Security Solutions, 2019
- OSHA & USCG Safety & Security Training
Timeline
Senior Operations Manager – Yard & Vessel Department
Total Terminals International (TTI)
01.2024 - Current
Senior Operations Manager / Facility Security Officer (FSO)
Total Terminals International (TTI)
09.2022 - 01.2024
Terminal Operations Manager
Total Terminals International (TTI)
03.2015 - 10.2022
3rd Mate, Officer in Charge of a Navigational Watch (OICNW)
Hornbeck Offshore
06.2011 - 03.2015
Bachelor of Science - Marine Transportation
California Maritime Academy