Yard supervisor
$31,200,000–$41,600,000 year
On-siteChambly, Quebec, Canada
Job Summary
Lead daily yard operations on-site, ensuring workflow aligns with operational priorities and customer needs. Operate forklifts and loaders daily while driving productivity and safety, working side-by-side with the team to reinforce best practices in equipment operation and loading standards. Support and coach yard associates by training new employees, ensuring all team members understand and follow operational procedures. Monitor daily execution, proactively identify issues or bottlenecks, and take action to resolve them quickly. Ensure proper staffing coverage across the yard and scale house, including breaks, absences, and peak periods. Maintain yard organization and inventory accuracy by following FIFO processes, supporting cycle counts, and preparing for inventory. Oversee pallet management, including sorting, storage, and coordination of repairs. Enforce all safety protocols, including PPE compliance and safe equipment operation. Provide operational coverage as needed, including scale house duties, forklift operation, and loader driving. Perform other related duties as required.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum 3 years of experience in a yard, warehouse, or distribution environment
- Proven experience operating heavy equipment (forklift and loader required)
- Valid forklift certification (or ability to obtain/renew)
- Previous experience in a supervisor
- Strong understanding of yard operations, including loading, inventory flow, and space management
- Solid knowledge of health & safety standards, with a track record of promoting safe work practices
- Ability to lead by example in a hands-on environment and work alongside the team daily
- Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to make quick, practical decisions on the floor
- Good communication skills, with the ability to clearly relay expectations and provide updates to supervisors
- Organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting
- Reliable, accountable, and able to take ownership of day-to-day operations
- Flexible and available to support operational needs, including coverage for absences or peak periods
- Bilingual (English is required in order to service our customers and suppliers based in the United States and outside Quebec)
Desired Qualifications
- Basic computer skills (inventory systems, communication tools) considered an asset
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