Yard Team Lead/Supervisor

About the Role

The Yard Team Lead plays a critical leadership role in ensuring that all customer orders are accurately, safely, and efficiently prepared for delivery or pickup. In addition to building and organizing loads, this position provides day-to-day direction to the yard and loading team, setting the standard for quality, safety, and productivity.

This individual oversees load accuracy, proper securement, and workflow coordination while serving as a point of contact between the yard team, sales staff, dispatch, and management. Strong attention to detail, safety awareness, and leadership presence are essential.

A background in building, construction, or job-site experience is highly valued, as it supports accurate material staging and a deeper understanding of how products are used in the field.

The success of this role directly impacts customer satisfaction, job-site efficiency, and overall operational performance.

Minimum Qualifications

• Previous experience in a warehouse, yard, logistics, or building materials environment
• Demonstrated leadership ability or experience overseeing team members
• Ability to lift heavy materials and perform physical tasks in an outdoor environment
• Strong understanding of workplace safety standards

Preferred Qualifications

• Background in construction, carpentry, framing, or general building trades
• Forklift certification and experience operating heavy equipment
• Experience in shipping, receiving, and load securement
• Familiarity with building materials and job-site staging best practices

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Oversight

• Provide daily direction and support to load builders and yard staff
• Monitor workflow to ensure timely and accurate order fulfillment
• Train new team members on load-building procedures and safety standards
• Lead by example in professionalism, safety, and productivity
• Communicate priorities between sales, dispatch, and yard teams

Load Building & Quality Control

• Oversee assembly and organization of product loads according to customer orders
• Verify quantities, product condition, and labeling accuracy before shipment
• Ensure loads are safely secured for transport
• Anticipate material needs based on job type and sequence when possible

Operational Excellence

• Maintain yard organization and efficient space utilization
• Identify and implement process improvements
• Monitor inventory discrepancies and report issues promptly
• Promote and enforce safety compliance and housekeeping standards

Skills & Competencies

• Strong leadership and team coordination skills
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Working knowledge of building materials and construction practices
• Ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Clear and effective communication skills
• Physical stamina and comfort working outdoors in varying conditions
• Problem-solving mindset and accountability