Yard Supervisor - Manufacturing

Job Description

Armtec Inc. is the largest manufacturer of water management and drainage solutions in Canada, our products are woven into the landscape almost everywhere you look. We deliver a framework of function, pathways for people, and structures for life. Armtec Inc. is a proud member of WGI Westman Group Inc. – a dynamic, entrepreneurial group dedicated to the growth of their employees, customers and the communities in which they operate. With a worldwide customer base, The Westman Group of Companies operates manufacturing, sales, and distribution facilities in over 70 centers across North America and Europe.

Armtec has the following career opportunity in their new, state of the art facility in Tillsonburg, ON:

YARD SUPERVISOR

Reporting to the Branch Manager, the Yard Supervisor oversees the day-to-day operations of the yard. This role supervises, supports and trains yard team members in the areas of loading/unloading, health and safety, and quality control. The Yard Supervisor coordinates daily requirements based on the production plan set by the Branch Manager or designate.

Principal Accountabilities:

• Leads, guides, supervises, and motivates team members in the performance of the function of the yard.
• Assign work, ensuring that the workload is evenly distributed to the team, and allows everything to be completed on time to meet customer demand.
• Ensures all outgoing shipments are accurate.
• Coordinates daily yard activities with team members to provide superior customer service.
• Verifies shipping and receiving documents are being filled out correctly and completely according to HSE and QC standards.
• Manages yard priorities and performance measures, provides regular progress to Manager.
• Ensures equipment is working efficiently and materials/ product entering and leaving the yard meets required quality standards.
• Ensures the maintenance and cleanliness of yard with the support of team based on the housekeeping policy in place.
• Recognizes obstacles early and escalates issues efficiently to support resolution
• Complies with and leads by example for all Company Health and Safety policies, procedures, practices and legislative standards.

Education & Knowledge:

• Grade 12 diploma or GED.
• Post-secondary education in a related trade is preferred.
• Combinations of education and experience will be considered.
• 3 – 5 years of experience in a supervisory role, with a proven ability to lead and mentor.
• In-depth knowledge of yard operations in drainage or related industry, preferred.
• Proficient communication and interpersonal skills.
• Solid organizational and time and priority management on a daily basis.
• Efficient, reliable with attention to detail. All work is completed with care to ensure quality.
• A self-starter including initiative and self-confidence for leadership and self-motivation purposes.
• Works in a logical, systematic manner to accomplish day to day work activities.
• Experience working within a unionized environment.

Benefits:

• Market competitive salary
• Company paid extended health, dental and vision benefits
• Life insurance, AD&D and much more
• Free onsite parking
• Employee and family assistance plan
• Boot allowance and coveralls
• Wellness program
• Continuous learning and growth opportunities!

Combine your talent and ambition to our team!

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