Yard Manager

Summary Of PositionDoka USA is looking for a Yard Manager to support the Midwest Branch in Channahon, IL. The Yard Manager reports to the Operations Manager and assists the Branch Manager. The Yard Manager is responsible for the overall management of the yard ensuring an extremely efficient, safe organized yard operation.Responsibilities Maintains an organized, efficient, and safe yard operation.Plans manpower needs based on business demands while monitoring overtime.Leads, trains, and develops a cohesive team with a focus on safety, tool maintenance, and product knowledge.Ensures employees use approved safety equipment and enforces compliance with safety policies.Conducts weekly safety meetings and ensures safe working practices are strictly followed.Manages facility equipment upkeep, ensuring all tools and machinery are operational and regularly serviced.Oversees inventory quality, conducts monthly inspections, and reports findings.Ensures proper tool availability at workspaces and orders replacements per company policies.Manages logistics of materials to optimize storage and prevent congestion.Maintains yard and warehouse cleanliness in accordance with company standards.Ensures a trained and certified welder is available if required.Safely performs physical tasks, including lifting and moving heavy materials with assistance or equipment as needed.Other Responsibilities/Peripheral FunctionsOccasional travel as required. Flexible to work as needed.Other duties/projects as assigned; including participating in company committees/teams.Complies with all corporate policies and business practices.Continually enhances technical skills with additional PC Training and DISCOS II training.