Lead Yard Supervisor — Forklift Training Included

Merchants Metals, LLC; Chicopee (MA); On-site; USD 24,796 - 34,440; Full time

Job summary

Merchants Metals, LLC is seeking a Lead Yard Associate to prepare loads for delivery, operate forklifts, and maintain safety, cleanliness, and organization in the yard and loading areas. You will move freight, load and unload trucks, tag containers, and ensure accurate inventory records.

The role requires at least 1 year of lead or supervisor experience, completion of a high school diploma or GED, and strong verbal communication.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience operating a forklift preferred; will train and certify.
• 1 year of Lead or Supervisor experience required.
• Comprehensive verbal communication skills for effective interface with customers and operations staff.
• Proficiency in equipment operations.

Responsibilities

• Move freight and materials by hand or with equipment.
• Load and unload trucks; sort materials.
• Attach identifying tags to containers and mark with information.
• Stack cargo in transit sheds or holding areas.
• Record units moved on production sheets or work tickets.
• Install protective devices to prevent shifting or damage.
• Guide loads during lifting to prevent swinging.
• Maintain clean, organized warehouse and yard.
• Pack containers and prepare materials for shipping.
• Take needed tools from storage or trucks and return after use.
• Connect electrical equipment to power sources for testing.
• May perform fabrication and order pulling as directed.
• Follow safety procedures when using equipment.
• Perform other duties as directed by supervisor.
• Provide excellent customer service.
• Overtime may be required.

Skills

Forklift operation

Verbal communication

Equipment operation

Leadership / supervision

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Merchants Metals, LLC is seeking a Lead Yard Associate to prepare loads for delivery, operate forklifts, and maintain safety, cleanliness, and organization in the yard and loading areas. You will move freight, load and unload trucks, tag containers, and ensure accurate inventory records.

The role requires at least 1 year of lead or supervisor experience, completion of a high school diploma or GED, and strong verbal communication.