Yard Foreman Yard/Warehouse - Aberdeen, NC

Military Spouse Corporate Career Network • Aberdeen, NC

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Yard Foreman oversees and directs yard personnel to support good customer service and the safe, efficient movement of goods and equipment on the premises. The role directs and performs yard work, including handling materials, receiving and storing products, preparing outgoing deliveries, and assisting customers. It also provides on-the-job training and promotes compliance with safety procedures.

Requirements

• High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED), and four years of experience performing and coordinating yard or manufacturing activities, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Working knowledge of yard and product activities, including component or material weights and loading methods.
• Ability to plan and coordinate work processes to maintain and increase manpower and equipment efficiency.
• Advanced knowledge of operating and handling yard machinery and equipment; maintain certification to operate it if required.
• Communication skills sufficient to address teams and work groups about work rules, product standards, and productivity goals.
• Ability to read and write work schedules and reports.
• Knowledge of basic math, counting, and estimating.

Responsibilities

• Direct workers loading, unloading, and moving materials using material-handling equipment and machinery; oversee receipt of yard materials and instruct workers in receiving and storage procedures.
• Inspect outgoing loads for compliance with shipping specifications, load limits, and safety regulations; prepare and reconcile bills of lading and packing slips.
• Provide on-the-job training to new yard employees, including product knowledge, housekeeping, and safety procedures.
• Perform the same work as other yard employees.
• Keep outside areas neat and clean; ensure scrap and yard debris are recycled or disposed of appropriately; report safety hazards and take remedial action.
• Assist customers with loading and load building; provide delivery status and inventory availability information and answer related questions.
• Observe and enforce safety procedures, schedule periodic safety meetings, and solicit recommendations for improving safety procedures.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED