Yard Lead, Warehouse & Material Handling
Overview
Own the daily flow of materials in an outdoor yard, staging and organizing for a global injection molding manufacturer. Coordinate with Production, Warehouse, and Logistics to keep production and shipping running without delays. Drive safety and efficiency across a hands-on, high-visibility role. This is a family-owned company where your organizational skills make a measurable impact.
What You'll Do10
- 1Direct daily yard activities, ensuring materials are stored safely, accurately, and efficiently.
- 2Coordinate material movement and staging to support production, warehouse, and shipping needs.
- 3Verify incoming and outgoing materials, checking quantities, condition, and placement.
- 4Maintain an organized staging area so materials are located and accessed quickly.
- 5Prioritize material requirements with Production, Warehouse, and Logistics teams.
- 6Keep the yard clean and hazard-free, including walkways, driveways, and storage areas.
- 7Supervise yard and forklift personnel, providing direction and support.
- 8Perform cycle counts and resolve inventory discrepancies with ERP systems.
- 9Operate forklifts and pallet jacks safely to load and unload trucks.
- 10Communicate with drivers and vendors to keep yard operations smooth.
Requirements9
- 1High school diploma or GED required.
- 22+ years in warehouse, logistics, material handling, or yard operations.
- 3Previous lead or supervisory experience preferred.
- 4Forklift certification preferred; ability to obtain certification required.
- 5Strong organizational skills to manage multiple priorities.
- 6Effective communication and teamwork skills.
- 7Basic computer skills; experience with ERP systems a plus.
- 8Able to work independently and take ownership of tasks.
- 9Commitment to workplace safety and continuous improvement.
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