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KERRI-ANNE KANAHELE

Kaua'i,Hawaii

Summary

Results-driven operations professional with nearly 15 years of experience in terminal and barge operations and cargo coordination. Expertise in terminal computer systems, container yard management, and operational documentation. Proven ability to collaborate with management, sales teams, and external partners to optimize terminal efficiency.

Overview

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1
Certification
15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Operations Supervisor

MATSON
Nawiliwili Terminal, Hawaii
10.2011 - Current
  • Supervise stevedoring operations and personnel, including longshore workers and clerks, to support day-to-day terminal activities.
  • Coordinate workforce scheduling, stevedoring activities, and barge planning in support of cargo movement and terminal operations.
  • Serve as an intermediary between terminal management and rank-and-file personnel, communicating operational priorities, coordinating assignments, and addressing daily issues.
  • Work closely with sales personnel, trucking companies, and community contacts to coordinate operational needs and communications.
  • Maintain familiarity with container yard, operations, automobile receiving/delivery, and barge clerical workflows through supervision and coordination, while respecting established jurisdictional responsibilities.
  • Implemented safety procedures and maintained operational documentation for equipment certification.
  • Serve as a Powered Industrial Truck (PIT) trainer and assist personnel with equipment-related training.
  • Part-time: 2011–2016
  • Full-time: 2016–Present

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Historical and Political Studies, Minor in Pacific Island Studies

CHAMINADE UNIVERSITY OF HONOLULU
Honolulu, Hawaii
01-2009

Skills

  • Terminal operations
  • Operational documentation
  • Safety compliance
  • Terminal & stevedoring operations
  • Freight coordination
  • Scheduling coordination
  • Software proficiency
  • Team leadership
  • Problem solving
  • Effective communication
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Cargo coordination
  • Safety procedures
  • Barge planning
  • Cargo handling
  • Workforce scheduling
  • Trucking and stakeholder communication
  • PIT training
  • Decision making
  • Conflict resolution
  • Team training
  • Certification

    • CPR Certified

    Timeline

    Operations Supervisor

    MATSON
    10.2011 - Current

    Bachelor of Arts - Historical and Political Studies, Minor in Pacific Island Studies

    CHAMINADE UNIVERSITY OF HONOLULU
    KERRI-ANNE KANAHELE