Yard Manager

Superior Lumber•Montezuma, IN

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Baillie Group is seeking an experienced Yard Manager to oversee daily operations at its Superior Hardwoods location in Montezuma, Indiana. The role coordinates all aspects of yard operations, including lumber receiving, handling, stacking, drying, grading, inventory management, packaging, and shipping. The Yard Manager provides hands-on leadership to a large team and ensures production goals, quality standards, safety requirements, and customer demands are met. The position calls for an operational leader able to manage people, equipment, and workflow while adapting to changing production schedules and business needs. The ideal candidate has experience managing a sizable team in a fast-paced industrial or manufacturing environment, strong organizational and communication skills, and the ability to drive productivity while maintaining a safe, efficient operation. The role works closely with plant management, sawmill operations, sales, shipping, maintenance, and administrative personnel, and is expected to develop employees, improve operational performance, and maintain a positive, team-focused environment.

Requirements

At least 3 years of experience managing a team of 10 or more employees in an industrial, manufacturing, or distribution environment.
Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate, and develop a large team in a fast-paced operation.
Strong organizational, communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and respond effectively to unexpected operational changes.
Experience monitoring production goals, performance metrics, and operational efficiencies.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
Ability to maintain an active, hands-on presence throughout the facility, including standing and walking for extended periods.

Nice To Haves

Experience in hardwood lumber manufacturing, drying, grading, distribution, or yard operations.
Knowledge of hardwood lumber products, grading standards, and material handling equipment.
Hardwood lumber grading certification or NHLA-related experience.
Experience with SAP or other manufacturing and inventory management systems.
Experience managing multiple operational departments or supervisors.
Bilingual communication skills.

Responsibilities

Oversee daily yard operations and workflow from lumber receiving and production through drying, grading, inventory, packaging, and shipping.
Lead and hold accountable a large team of yard personnel, including supervisors, equipment operators, kiln and boiler operators, graders, and material handlers.
Establish and monitor daily operational goals and performance metrics for productivity, quality, equipment uptime, inventory accuracy, and shipping efficiency.
Coordinate staffing, scheduling, and resource allocation to meet changing production demands and customer requirements.
Coordinate with plant management, sawmill operations, sales, shipping, maintenance, and administrative personnel to support smooth operations across departments.
Monitor lumber inventory, material movement, and product flow to improve efficiency and minimize delays, damage, and waste.
Maintain and enforce quality control procedures for lumber handling, storage, drying, grading, and shipping.
Promote a strong safety culture by ensuring employees follow safety procedures and maintain a clean, organized work environment.
Identify operational challenges and implement improvements to increase productivity, reduce costs, and improve performance.
Communicate and coordinate equipment and facility needs with maintenance personnel.
Develop and coach employees, hold them accountable, and foster teamwork, communication, and a positive work environment.
Adjust operational plans and priorities in response to changing production schedules, inventory levels, equipment availability, and shipping demands.