Employee-Owned Yard Lead & Team Supervisor

Mead Lumber; Salina (KS); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

Health, Dental, Vision

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Tuition Assistance

Job summary

Mead Lumber in Salina, KS is seeking a Lead Yard Associate to supervise loaders, pullers, and drivers and support daily yard operations. You will train employees on loading, unloading, delivery, and storage procedures while reinforcing customer service and safe work practices.

The role emphasizes operational efficiency, accuracy, and teamwork within a safety-conscious environment. You will report to the Assistant Manager and help coordinate deliveries and yard organization.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• One or more years of yard, warehouse, or related experience preferred.
• Valid CDL license preferred.
• Ability to analyze problems, determine root causes, and implement effective solutions.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to assess situations, prioritize tasks, and make timely, sound decisions.
• Ability to recommend improvements that support business objectives.
• Ability to safely operate equipment such as forklifts, trucks, and other yard machinery.
• Knowledge of building materials and related procedures.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily yard operations to ensure efficiency, organization, and productivity.
• Coordinate receiving, unloading, and proper storage of incoming products and materials.
• Assist with dispatching deliveries and coordinating daily delivery schedules.
• Oversee and assist with building, staging, and preparing loads for customer pickup and delivery.
• Maintain an orderly and organized yard.
• Ensure security and control of materials entering and leaving the yard.
• Maintain knowledge of products stored in the yard.
• Report directly to the Assistant Manager regarding daily operations, staffing needs, and operational concerns.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Equipment operation

Building materials knowledge

CDL license

Safety awareness

Education

HS diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift

Truck operation

Job description

Mead Lumber in Salina, KS is seeking a Lead Yard Associate to supervise loaders, pullers, and drivers and support daily yard operations. You will train employees on loading, unloading, delivery, and storage procedures while reinforcing customer service and safe work practices.

The role emphasizes operational efficiency, accuracy, and teamwork within a safety-conscious environment. You will report to the Assistant Manager and help coordinate deliveries and yard organization.