Plant Operations Coordinator (1st shift)

Yarde Metals; East Hanover (NJ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Two profit-sharing bonus potentials

Excellent medical insurance

401(k) with employer matching

Job summary

Yarde Metals is seeking a Plant Operations Coordinator (1st shift) in East Hanover, NJ. The role blends administrative, warehouse, and light machine duties to support branch operations and accurate materials processing.

You will manage data, coordinate shipments, and interact with customers and internal teams. The position requires forklift/warehousing experience, a Class B license, and the ability to work safely with heavy machinery.

Qualifications

• High School graduate or equivalent preferred.
• Experience in administrative role, warehousing, and delivery.
• Valid Class B license, medical card, and clean MVR.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Organized, detail-oriented, analytical, and strong critical thinking.
• Strong basic math skills to calculate and convert decimals and fractions as required.
• Must be able to read and understand basic measurement functions (ruler, caliper, micrometers)
• Ability to pass a drug screen, physical, and meet the physical requirements of the position.
• Safety-sensitive position: operating heavy machinery.

Responsibilities

• Perform data entry and maintain records related to inventory, shipments, work orders, inventory, and return material.
• Reconcile inventory discrepancies and ensure data accuracy.
• Prepare shipping documentation and coordinate order fulfillment.
• Communicate with customers and internal departments to resolve issues.
• Match and file bills of lading, packing slips, work orders, and certifications.
• Track operational data, mileage, weights, and activity reports.
• Safely operate powered industrial vehicles (forklifts, side loaders, and overhead cranes).
• Pick, verify, measure, and transport materials according to order specifications.
• Measure material using calipers, micrometers, and tape measures.
• Select appropriate packaging materials to construct skids, pallets, and boxes.
• Operate metal saws and processing equipment to cut material.
• Setup saws by selecting appropriate nozzles, setting speeds, and feeds.
• Follow quality procedures and sampling plan to ensure material is accurately processed.
• Occasionally deliver material as needed.
• Perform additional warehouse duties as directed by supervisor.

Skills

High School Grad

Administrative experience

Delivery experience

Class B license

MVR clean

Team player

Attention to detail

Math skills

Measurement reading

Drug screen

Safety-sensitive

Heavy machinery

Tools

Forklift operation

Overhead crane

Side loader

Job description

Position

Plant Operations Coordinator (1st shift)

Location

603 Murray Road
East Hanover, NJ

Job Id

2026.08.19-01

Job Summary

The Plant Operations Coordinator supports branch operations through a combination of administrative, warehouse, machine operation, and delivery functions, ensuring efficient and accurate processing of materials and orders.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform data entry and maintain records related to inventory, shipments, work orders, inventory, and return material.
• Reconcile inventory discrepancies and ensure data accuracy.
• Prepare shipping documentation and coordinate order fulfillment.
• Communicate with customers and internal departments to resolve issues.
• Match and file bills of lading, packing slips, work orders, and certifications.
• Track operational data, mileage, weights, and activity reports.
• Safely operate powered industrial vehicles (forklifts, side loaders, and overhead cranes).
• Pick, verify, measure, and transport materials according to order specifications.
• Measure material using calipers, micrometers, and tape measures.
• Select appropriate packaging materials to construct skids, pallets, and boxes.
• Operate metal saws and processing equipment to cut material.
• Setup saws by selecting appropriate nozzles, setting speeds, and feeds.
• Follow quality procedures and sampling plan to ensure material is accurately processed.
• Occasionally deliver material as needed.
• Perform additional warehouse duties as directed by supervisor.

Requirements & Qualifications

• High School graduate or equivalent preferred.
• Experience working in an administrative role, warehousing, and delivery.
• Valid Class B license and medical card and clean MVR.
• Ability to work independently and part of a team.
• Organized, detail-oriented, analytical, and strong critical thinking skills.
• Strong basic math skills to calculate and convert decimals and fractions as required.
• Must be able to read and understand basic measurement functions (ruler, caliper, micrometers)
• Ability to pass a drug screen, physical, and meet the physical requirements of the position.
• Ability to pass a human performance evaluation to meet the physical requirements of the job (lifting, pushing, pulling up to 70 lbs. etc.)
• ***This is a SAFETY SENSITIVE position: requires operating heavy machinery***

Benefits

• Competitive wages and bonuses.
• Two Profit-Sharing Bonus potentials!
• The BEST medical insurance coverage!
• Anthem plan with low co-pays, deductibles, and weekly contributions!
• Dental and vision insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Employer-paid life insurance and disability insurances
• Flexible Spending and Health Saving Accounts
• 401(k) Plan with 100% employer matching contribution
• Job posting program for career growth opportunities with a great company!

Equal Opportunity Employer

Yarde Metals is an Equal Opportunity Employer

EEO/Disabled/Veterans. Yarde Metals Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.

Export Control Compliance & ITAR

Yarde Metals, Inc. works with technologies and materials subject to U.S. Government Export Control Laws and regulations. Upon hire, individuals must be available for work and in compliance with ITAR 22 CFR 120-130. Yarde Metals, Inc. reserves the right to inquire further on any matter bearing on the company's export compliance obligations.

Drug Testing is a Condition of Employment

Yarde Metals is a federal sub-contractor and is required to comply with the Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988 and as a result, prohibits the use of marijuana.