Yard Operations Lead — Outdoor, Hands-On Supervisor

Riverview Materials, Inc.; Riverdale (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay based on experience

Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance

Company-sponsored 401(k) with match

Paid vacation, holidays, and personal days

Team-focused work environment

Job summary

A leading recycling company is seeking a hands-on Yard Operations Manager to oversee daily operations at their facility in Riverdale. The ideal candidate will manage yard operations, ensuring safety and productivity while leading a team. Responsibilities include supervising yard employees, minimizing downtime, and operating heavy equipment. Candidates should have over 5 years experience in related fields and 2 years in a supervisory role. This position offers competitive pay, benefits, and a team-focused work environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a yard, recycling, scrap, construction, or logistics environment.
• 2+ years in a supervisory or lead role.
• Experience operating heavy equipment is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily operations in the yard including loading/unloading and sorting.
• Minimize downtime for inbound/outbound trucks.
• Supervise yard employees and ensure compliance with safety guidelines.
• Monitor and maintain equipment with regular inspections.
• Operate equipment as needed to support operations.

Skills

Team leadership

Communication skills

Mechanical aptitude

Problem-solving skills

Ability to work outdoors

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Technical or trade school

Tools

Forklift

Skid steer

Front-end loader

Yard truck

Job description

A leading recycling company is seeking a hands-on Yard Operations Manager to oversee daily operations at their facility in Riverdale. The ideal candidate will manage yard operations, ensuring safety and productivity while leading a team. Responsibilities include supervising yard employees, minimizing downtime, and operating heavy equipment. Candidates should have over 5 years experience in related fields and 2 years in a supervisory role. This position offers competitive pay, benefits, and a team-focused work environment.