Yard Foreman

Builders FirstSource•Anchorage, AK

17h•Onsite

About The Position

Builders FirstSource is seeking an experienced and motivated Yard Foreman to lead daily yard operations and support a high-performing team in a fast-paced building materials environment. This hands-on leadership role is responsible for coordinating yard activities, ensuring safe and efficient material movement, supporting customer service excellence, and maintaining an organized and productive work environment. The ideal candidate is a safety-minded leader who thrives on teamwork, enjoys developing employees, and takes pride in delivering exceptional service to customers.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Four (4) years of experience performing and coordinating yard, warehouse, manufacturing, or material-handling activities, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Demonstrated leadership abilities and experience directing work crews in a fast-paced environment.
Experience operating forklifts and material-handling equipment.
Strong knowledge of building materials, yard operations, product storage, and load-building practices.
Ability to effectively plan, organize, and coordinate workflow to maximize labor and equipment efficiency.
Advanced understanding of equipment operation and yard machinery, including maintaining required certifications.
Excellent communication and leadership skills with the ability to train, motivate, and develop employees.
Ability to prepare schedules, reports, and operational documentation.
Working knowledge of basic mathematics, inventory controls, and material calculations.
Strong problem-solving, organizational, and decision-making abilities.

Responsibilities

Lead and coordinate the daily activities of yard personnel to ensure safe, efficient, and productive operations.
Direct employees in the loading, unloading, storage, and movement of materials using forklifts and other material-handling equipment.
Supervise the receiving of incoming materials and ensure proper storage and inventory practices are followed.
Provide hands-on leadership by assisting with daily yard operations and performing the same duties as other yard team members when needed.
Inspect outgoing loads to ensure compliance with shipping specifications, load limits, company standards, and safety regulations.
Prepare and reconcile bills of lading, packing slips, and related documentation.
Monitor inventory movement and support accurate material handling practices throughout the yard.
Train and mentor new yard employees on product knowledge, equipment operation, safety procedures, housekeeping standards, and company processes.
Foster a positive, team-oriented work environment focused on continuous improvement and operational excellence.
Communicate performance expectations, productivity goals, and operational priorities effectively.
Assist customers with load building and material loading while ensuring a positive customer experience.
Provide information regarding inventory availability, delivery status, and product-related inquiries.
Partner with sales and operations teams to ensure customer needs are met efficiently and professionally.
Champion a culture of safety by ensuring compliance with all company safety policies and procedures.
Conduct regular yard inspections to identify and address safety concerns.
Organize and lead periodic safety meetings and encourage employee participation in safety improvement initiatives.
Maintain a clean, organized, and professional yard environment, ensuring debris and scrap materials are disposed of or recycled properly.
Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.