Yard Manager

Big C Lumber; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k match

Health/dental/vision plans

Life and disability insurance

Paid holidays

Competitive pay

Promote from within

Employee discount

Company cell phone

Wellness program

Apparel store

Referral program

Generous PTO

Family events

Training program

Above C Level recognition

Tech-forward culture

Community giving

Annual health screening

Job summary

Big C Lumber is seeking a Yard Manager in Fort Wayne, IN to oversee yard operations in a full-time role with benefits. The position offers an annual salary of $50,000–$70,000 and a pathway to growth within a family-owned company expanding its local footprint.

You will manage personnel, oversee freight processes, receive materials, and assist with loading/unloading trucks while ensuring safety and efficiency in all yard activities.

Qualifications

• Self-motivation and leadership abilities are essential.
• Ability to lead a small team and work collaboratively.
• Strong time management and reliability under deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Personnel management and training.
• Invoice delivery tickets and transfers.
• Ensure accuracy of all incoming and outgoing freight.
• Maintain a clean and well-organized yard.
• Receive all materials.
• Aid with loading and unloading trucks.

Skills

Self-motivation

Leadership

Team player

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Considering a career with Big C Lumber? Are you looking for a company that cares about you and your family, the community, and the environment - and likes to have some fun too? Discover more about the Big C Lumber culture here .

Big C Lumber is a local, family-owned company looking for people who want to be a part of our family. We are a stable 105-year-old company!

Why choose Big C Lumber? Discover the many perks and benefits you and your family will enjoy when you join our team:

• 401k with 100% match options
• Health care, dental, and vision plans
• Company paid life and disability insurance plans
• Paid holidays
• Competitive pay
• Promote from within policy
• A generous employee discount on our products
• Company cell phone provided for most positions
• Fitbit health initiative
• Big C Lumber branded online apparel store - free apparel upon hire
• Employee referral program
• Very liberal paid time off policy - including flexible holiday hours often resulting in long weekends over some holiday seasons
• Fun family events such as camping trips and baseball games
• New position training program - no experience necessary
• 'Above C Level' recognition program
• A culture of embracing new technology to further our ability to communicate and service our customers
• A culture of giving back as we support local charities and programs in the communities we serve
• Free annual health screening and flu shot (optional)

YARD MANAGER

Big C Lumber is currently seeking a Yard Manager for our Fort Wayne, IN lumber yard. This is a full-time position with benefits, annual salary between $50,000-$70,000.

We are currently building a brand-new Big C Lumber facility near the US 30 and I-69 interchange, giving you the opportunity to join our team as we expand our presence in the Fort Wayne market. This is an exciting time to become part of Big C Lumber and help us build something new in the community!

Yard Manager Essential Functions:

• Personnel management and training
• Invoice delivery tickets and transfers
• Ensure accuracy of all incoming and outgoing freight
• Maintain a clean and well-organized yard
• Receive all materials
• Aid with loading and unloading trucks

Education/Experience:

• High school diploma or GED preferred
• Ability to obtain CDL B if needed
• 3 years' experience in industry preferred

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Self-motivation, leadership skills, team player
• Ability to accurately and rapidly meet deadlines
• Above average knowledge of equipment and materials
• Ability to occasionally lift and carry up to 80lbs
• Ability to stand and sit for long periods of times
• Ability to withstand prolonged exposure to harsh and extreme weather conditions
• Ability to coordinate as well as work in a team
• Ability to adapt to in-house software
• Basic computer skills and knowledge

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