Material Yard Leadman – 1st Shift – Fort Worth, TX

Race Rock; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 29,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Race Rock Group is seeking a Leadman for its Materials Yard in Fort Worth, TX. The role involves leading material movement, receiving tasks, verifying items against orders, and routing materials to departments.

The Leadman supervises and trains handlers, ensures quality and safety, and collaborates with purchasing to align with production schedules. Requirements include a high school diploma or GED and at least 1 year of related experience; bilingual Spanish is a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• At least 1 year of related experience.
• Bi-lingual Spanish is a plus but not required.
• Ability to read and write and prepare routine paperwork.
• Ability to detect problems and report information to others.
• Maintain quality, safety and control standards.
• Ability to sort, count and verify numbers.
• Ability to receive, stock and deliver materials.
• Must be able to lift up to 65 pounds and operate basic measuring tools.
• Basic blueprint understanding and computer skills.
• Knowledge of shipping methods and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Unload incoming materials and verify against packing slips and POs.
• Store materials properly and optimize yard layout for efficiency.
• Assist with inventory counts, labeling, packing, and logging received items.
• Inspect shipments for damage and report discrepancies.
• Deliver items to requisitioning departments and obtain signatures.
• Maintain department database and provide proof of delivery.
• Supervise and train material handlers; address team issues.
• Coordinate with purchasing to align with production schedules.
• Identify process inefficiencies and propose improvements.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Bi-lingual Spanish

Reading & writing

Administrative paperwork

Problem detection & reporting

Quality & safety standards

Inventory control

Material handling

Arithmetic

Receiving & distribution

Blueprint reading

Basic computer skills

Tape measure use

Shipping methods knowledge

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Dolly

Pallet jack

Forklift

Job description

Hourly Rate: $21-22/hour based on experience

SUMMARY:

Leadman reports to the Material Manager. Leadman will perform a variety of material movement and material receiving tasks. Verify materials received are as ordered and routes incoming items to appropriate departments/locations. Leads the work of receiving personnel performing related work. These duties ensure the Materials Department effectively supports production goals, maintains quality standards, and minimizes operational costs.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Manufacturing Material Yard Leadman

1. Assists in unloading of incoming materials and compares information on packing slip with purchase order to verify accuracy of shipment. Ensure the proper storage of materials to prevent damage or contamination. Optimize warehouse and yard layout for efficient retrieval.
2. Assists with counts, packages, labels, insures, unpacks, and/or logs inventory which is received for production and QC testing.
3. Inspects shipments for damage or defects; records discrepancies or damages and notifies QC and/or purchasing personnel.
4. Delivers items to requisitioning departments and obtains authorized signatures for accepted items.
5. Supplies proof of delivery documents.
6. May maintain department database after shipments.
7. May operate dolly, pallet jack, and/or forklift in loading and unloading supplies and equipment.
8. Follows established departmental policies, procedures, and objectives, continuous quality improvement objectives, and safety, environmental control standards.
9. Maintain accurate inventory levels of raw materials and finished goods. Monitor stock to avoid overstocking or shortages. Monitor material usage to minimize waste and improve efficiency.
10. May coordinate with purchasing teams to procure materials in line with productions schedules.
11. Supervise and train material handlers and other team members and monitor team performance. Address team concerns and provide conflict resolution.
12. Evaluate existing processes for inefficiencies and propose improvements.
13. Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or GED; at least 1 year of experience that is directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Ability to read and write Bi-Lingual Spanish is a plus but not required.
• Ability to prepare routine administrative paperwork.
• Ability to detect problems and report information to appropriate personnel.
• Ability to maintain quality, safety, and control standards.
• Ability to sort, check, count, and verify numbers.
• Ability to receive, track, and distribute materials, supplies, and equipment.
• Ability to perform simple arithmetic.
• Ability to receive, stock, and/or deliver goods.
• Ability to lift and manipulate heavy objects.
• Knowledge of postal or commercial shipping methods and procedures
• Basic blueprint understanding
• Basic computer skills
• Use tape measure

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• Successful candidate must submit to post offer, pre-employment physical examination/medical history check.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL EFFORT:

• Work involves moderate to heavy exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises.
• Moderate to heavy physical activity. Requires handling of average-weight objects up to 65 pounds or standing and/or walking for more than four (6) hours per day.
• Work environment involves exposure to hazards or physical risks, which require strict understanding and adherence to safety precautions.