Lumber Yard Supervisor
About The Position
Join the Muskoka Lumber Team in Mactier! Are you someone who enjoys working outdoors, thrives in a hands-on environment, and takes pride in maintaining a safe and organized workspace and supporting your team? Muskoka Lumber, a trusted name in the building materials industry, is looking for a dedicated and reliable Yard Supervisor to join our Mactier location. In this active, physical role, your focus on safety, accuracy, and customer support will help ensure a smooth and efficient yard operation. Whether you’re guiding daily operations, loading orders, maintaining stock, or keeping the yard tidy, you’ll be an important part of our hardworking team that keeps Muskoka building.
Requirements
- 2-3 years' experience in a lumber yard, warehouse, or construction setting
- Strong working knowledge of lumber and building materials
- Comfortable with basic measurement, order picking, and material handling
- Physically capable of performing the essential duties of the role, including regular lifting of up to 80 lbs and working outdoors in various weather conditions
- Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently or as part of a team
- Safety-first mindset with strong attention to detail
- Professional and courteous with customers and co-workers
- Willingness to learn and contribute to a positive, team-oriented workplace
Nice To Haves
- Forklift certification is an asset (training available if not yet certified)
Responsibilities
- Assign and follow up on tasks within the Lumber Yard, including supporting attendance, completion and follow-up to staff training sessions
- Assist with maintenance of adequate training and certification maintenance, as required, to maintain safe equipment operation
- Load and unload materials from delivery trucks and customer vehicles, assist and provide guidance to staff with building assigned loads.
- Assist other members of the team by checking their loads and paperwork on deliveries
- Prepare customer orders accurately based on sales orders and delivery slips
- Operate forklifts and other yard equipment safely (after receiving proper certification)
- Receive and verify incoming shipments against bills of lading or purchase orders
- Report damaged, missing, or incorrect inventory to the Receiving Clerk or Supervisor
- Perform regular yard and warehouse housekeeping duties
- Complete lawn maintenance tasks as needed, including grass cutting and trimming
- Maintain clear and safe aisles, walkways, and loading zones
- Assist customers in locating and loading materials in a courteous and helpful manner
- Follow and promote all company health and safety policies, including Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) use and hazard reporting; promote a positive and safe team environment
- Participate in training sessions and toolbox talks as scheduled
- Support other tasks or departments as required by Management, including completing deliveries in the absence of delivery staff
Benefits
- No regularly scheduled weekend shifts
- Standard daytime hours
- Stores are closed on most (if not all) statutory holidays
- Stores close over the Christmas season
- Staff discounts
- Health & wellness benefits – Including comprehensive dental, vision, and life insurance coverage
- Supportive team culture
- Room to grow – We love to promote from within and support you as your skills evolve
- Staff events & engagement activities
- Regular wage reviews
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
