Yard Safety Coordinator

Expeditors•Ellenwood, GA

11d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a proactive and safety-focused Yard Safety Coordinator to oversee the safe and efficient operation of our warehouse yard in Ellenwood, GA. This role is critical to maintaining a secure environment for drivers, staff, and equipment, ensuring compliance with safety protocols, and supporting smooth logistics operations.

Requirements

Prior experience in warehouse or yard operations preferred.
Strong understanding of safety protocols and procedures.
Effective communication skills with drivers and team members.
Physically capable of performing manual tasks (lifting, bending, standing).
Familiarity with dock equipment and restraint systems.
Basic recordkeeping and documentation skills

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of OSHA regulations and warehouse safety standards.
Experience with visitor management and dock door systems.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively with a team.

Responsibilities

Monitor truck loading/unloading to ensure adherence to safety procedures.
Identify and report unsafe practices or conditions to the Health & Safety team and warehouse management.
Maintain real-time communication with drivers and operations staff via radio and yard/dock door systems.
Track and document preventative maintenance for dock equipment.
Conduct regular yard walks to identify and address safety concerns.
Ensure trucks are properly secured using restraint systems or wheel chocks; manage trailer seals.
Check trucks in/out using the visitor management system and verify driver paperwork.
Operate dock plates and doors; lift, push, and pull as needed.
Maintain yard cleanliness and organization.
Perform additional tasks as assigned by management.

Benefits

Paid Vacation (first year prorated based off month of hire then eligible for 15 days)
Holidays (10)
Flexible Days (2)
Paid Sick Time (accrual rate of 1 hour of sick time per 30 hours paid)
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with employer match
Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental & Vision Coverage
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Life and Disability Insurance
Paid Parental Leave (additional eligibility criteria)
Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (DC FSA)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Training and Personnel Development Program