Pipe Yard Lead: Safe, Fast-Paced Outdoor Logistics

VP Supply Corp.

Buffalo (NY)

On-site

USD 48,000 - 72,000

Full time

11 days ago
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Job summary

VP Supply Corp. is seeking a dependable Pipe Yard Lead to oversee the Buffalo, NY yard operations, ensuring materials are received, stored, picked, loaded, and delivered safely and efficiently.

The role requires comfort working outdoors in a fast-paced distribution environment, strong organizational skills, and a commitment to safety. Schedule varies Monday–Friday between 5:00 AM and 9:00 PM.

Qualifications

  • Experience in a warehouse, distribution center, pipe yard, lumber yard, construction supply, plumbing/HVAC supply, or similar environment preferred.
  • Familiarity with pipe, plumbing, HVAC, construction, or industrial materials is a plus.
  • Strong organizational and communication skills.
  • Ability to read and understand pick tickets, packing slips, and other material documentation.
  • Basic computer skills and ability to learn company inventory systems.
  • Ability to work independently.
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
  • Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
  • Ability to safely lift, move, and handle materials as required by the position.
  • Flexible availability and willingness to work a varying schedule.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and coordinate daily activities of the pipe yard.
  • Receive, unload, inspect, and organize pipe, fittings, valves, and other materials.
  • Ensure yard inventory is accurately stored, identified, and maintained.
  • Coordinate material picking, staging, loading, and preparation for deliveries and pickups.
  • Safely operate forklifts, loaders, cranes, or other equipment.
  • Verify orders and materials for accuracy before loading or releasing them to customers and drivers.
  • Maintain an organized, clean, and safe yard environment.
  • Assist with inventory counts and investigate discrepancies as needed.
  • Communicate with warehouse, sales, delivery, and branch personnel to coordinate material needs.
  • Monitor equipment and report maintenance or safety issues promptly.
  • Follow all company policies and OSHA requirements related to material handling and safety.
  • Help identify opportunities to improve yard organization, productivity, and customer service.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Organizational skills
Communication skills
Documentation literacy
Independent work
Attention to detail
Outdoor/wide weather work
Safety awareness
Material handling equipment
Flexible schedule

Job description

VP Supply Corp. is seeking a dependable Pipe Yard Lead to oversee the Buffalo, NY yard operations, ensuring materials are received, stored, picked, loaded, and delivered safely and efficiently.

The role requires comfort working outdoors in a fast-paced distribution environment, strong organizational skills, and a commitment to safety. Schedule varies Monday–Friday between 5:00 AM and 9:00 PM.

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