Lumber Yard Foreman

Ritter Lumber; Lufkin (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Employee discounts on products

Paid time off and holidays

Vision insurance

Competitive wages

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement plan options with employer"

Opportunities for career growth and开发

Job summary

Ritter Lumber is seeking a Yard Foreman to lead daily lumber yard operations, supervise the delivery load builders, and ensure accurate, timely, and safe preparation of customer orders. Reporting to the Delivery Manager, you will coordinate staging, safety protocols, and efficient delivery execution in partnership with inventory and warehouse teams.

The ideal candidate has 2–3 years in yard or delivery operations, strong leadership, and solid knowledge of lumber and building materials handling.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of yard, warehouse, or delivery operations experience, preferably in lumber and building materials.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to train and supervise team members effectively.
• Familiarity with LBM products, load building procedures, and material-handling equipment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise the load building team responsible for preparing delivery orders.
• Oversee staging of LBM and millwork products for delivery.
• Enforce safety protocols and proper equipment usage including forklifts.
• Coordinate with Inventory Manager on product availability and discrepancies.
• Ensure yard operations follow defined procedures for load building and shrink reduction.
• Maintain a clean, organized, hazard-free yard environment.
• Collaborate with Delivery Manager, drivers, and warehouse staff for efficient handoff of orders.
• Assist in onboarding and training new yard personnel.

Skills

Team leadership

Organizational skills

Communication

Safety compliance

LBM knowledge

Forklift operation

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

Job Title: Yard Foreman

Department: Operations

Reports To: Delivery Manager

Job Summary

The Yard Foreman is responsible for leading and overseeing daily operations in the lumber yard, with a focus on supervising the delivery load builders and ensuring accurate, timely, and safe preparation of customer orders. Reporting directly to the Delivery Manager, this role plays a key part in coordinating product staging, enforcing safety protocols, and maintaining operational efficiency. The Yard Foreman works closely with the inventory, warehouse, and delivery teams to support customer fulfillment and uphold company standards. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong leadership, attention to detail, and a solid understanding of lumber and building materials (LBM) handling and logistics.

Key Responsibilities

Team Leadership & Supervision: Lead and supervise the load building team responsible for preparing delivery orders. Ensure accountability for performance, order accuracy, and adherence to company procedures.

Order Staging & Fulfillment: Oversee the staging of LBM and millwork products for delivery. Ensure materials are properly tagged, organized, and ready for loading according to delivery schedules.

Safety & Equipment Oversight: Enforce safety protocols and proper equipment usage, including forklifts and material‑handling tools. Conduct regular safety checks and ensure team compliance with workplace safety standards.

Inventory Coordination: Communicate with the Inventory Manager regarding product availability, discrepancies, and special order handling. Support inventory control efforts through accurate documentation and product organization.

Process Execution & Quality Control: Ensure all yard operations follow defined procedures for load building, product handling, and shrink reduction. Monitor team performance and implement improvements as needed.

Facility Organization & Maintenance: Maintain a clean, organized, and hazard‑free yard environment. Oversee product storage zones and ensure materials are handled and stored properly.

Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with the Delivery Manager, drivers, and warehouse staff to ensure smooth handoff of staged orders and efficient delivery execution.

Training & Development: Assist in onboarding and training new yard personnel. Provide ongoing coaching to ensure team readiness and adherence to operational standards.

Qualifications

Experience: Minimum of 2–3 years in yard, warehouse, or delivery operations, preferably within the lumber and building materials industry.

Skills: Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills. Ability to train and supervise team members effectively.

Technical Knowledge: Familiarity with LBM products, load building procedures, and material‑handling equipment.

Physical Requirements: Ability to lift heavy materials, operate forklifts and saws, and work outdoors in varying conditions.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts on products
• Paid time off and holidays
• Vision insurance
• Competitive wages
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement plan options with employer matching
• Opportunities for career growth and development