Yard Foreman

Builders FirstSource; Graham (WA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Builders FirstSource in Graham, WA seeks a hands-on Yard Foreman to lead daily yard operations, ensure safe handling of materials, and deliver exceptional service to customers.

You will develop and mentor team members, coordinate loading, receiving, inventory, and shipping documentation, and drive continuous improvement while maintaining a clean, organized, and safe yard environment.

Qualifications

• Four or more years of experience in yard operations, manufacturing, warehousing, logistics, or a related environment.
• Strong leadership and team-development skills.
• Knowledge of material handling practices, load building, and inventory processes.
• Experience operating forklifts and other yard equipment.
• Ability to prioritize work, coordinate resources, and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate daily yard operations, including receiving, loading, unloading, storing, and moving building materials.
• Oversee incoming materials and ensure proper receiving, inventory control, and storage procedures are followed.
• Inspect outgoing deliveries to verify load accuracy, compliance with shipping requirements, and adherence to safety regulations.
• Prepare and reconcile bills of lading, packing slips, and related shipping documentation.
• Train and mentor new employees on product knowledge, equipment operation, safety standards, and company procedures.
• Assist customers with product loading, load building, order questions, inventory availability, and delivery updates.
• Maintain an organized, clean, and professional yard environment.
• Identify and address safety concerns proactively while promoting a culture of safety and accountability.
• Lead safety meetings and encourage continuous improvement through employee feedback and process enhancements.
• Work alongside the team when needed to ensure operational goals and customer expectations are met.

Skills

Leadership

Team development

Communication

Safety culture

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

Now Hiring: Yard Foreman

Location: Graham, WA Yard

Lead the Team. Drive Operations. Deliver Outstanding Service.

At Builders FirstSource, we're more than the nation's largest supplier of building materials. We're a team of driven professionals dedicated to helping customers build the places where people live, work, and thrive. If you're a hands-on leader who enjoys developing teams, creating efficient operations, and maintaining a safe work environment, we invite you to build your future with us.

As a Yard Foreman, you will lead daily yard operations, and ensure materials are handled safely, efficiently, and accurately. You'll play a key role in supporting customer satisfaction, operational excellence, and team success.

What You'll Do

• Lead and coordinate daily yard operations, including receiving, loading, unloading, storing, and moving building materials.
• Oversee incoming materials and ensure proper receiving, inventory control, and storage procedures are followed.
• Inspect outgoing deliveries to verify load accuracy, compliance with shipping requirements, and adherence to safety regulations.
• Prepare and reconcile bills of lading, packing slips, and related shipping documentation.
• Train and mentor new employees on product knowledge, equipment operation, safety standards, and company procedures.
• Assist customers with product loading, load building, order questions, inventory availability, and delivery updates.
• Maintain an organized, clean, and professional yard environment.
• Identify and address safety concerns proactively while promoting a culture of safety and accountability.
• Lead safety meetings and encourage continuous improvement through employee feedback and process enhancements.
• Work alongside the team when needed to ensure operational goals and customer expectations are met.

What You Bring

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Four or more years of experience in yard operations, manufacturing, warehousing, logistics, or a related environment.
• Strong leadership and team-development skills.
• Knowledge of material handling practices, load building, and inventory processes.
• Experience operating forklifts and other yard equipment.
• Ability to prioritize work, coordinate resources, and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Basic math, counting, estimating, and documentation skills.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

This position operates primarily in an outdoor yard environment and may be exposed to varying weather conditions, dust, and equipment noise. Team members must be capable of lifting and carrying materials up to 25 pounds frequently and up to 80 pounds occasionally, as well as performing physical activities that may include climbing, lifting, pushing, bending, and kneeling.