Yard Manager

DescriptionThe preferred candidate will embody an exemplary work ethic, patience with employee concerns/concerns, experience in decision making, abiding to operating procedures, upholding contract, and disciplining employees. This position requires a strong willed, experienced person in managing personnel.

Manage day to day activities of Yard employees; perform various administrative duties in support of this function; fill-in yard driver as needed for gaps in shift coverage and breaks.

Essential Functions

Provide hands-on supervision of employee work assignments to ensure maximum, quality productivity
Ensure compliance with customer guidelines and requirements
Ensure appropriate staffing levels to effectively satisfy productivity goals and expectations
Conduct inventory, equipment, and safety audits & inspections as required by the customer
Identify yard and equipment maintenance needs; initiate repair process, as needed

Physical Abilities and Work Environment

Physical agility to include, but may not be limited to, walking, standing, sitting, bending, stooping, squatting, reaching, lifting up to 100 pounds, pushing, pulling, stretching, climbing and balancing
Visual acuity, including but may not be limited to, close and distance, peripheral sight, ability to discern color
Work effectively in an environment with potential loud noise, extreme heat or cold
Ability to work effectively while performing multiple tasks
Manual dexterity

QualificationsRequirements

High school graduate or equivalent (preferred)
Valid driver's license
2-4 years' relevant management experience
Management experience in the auto transport industry preferred
Working knowledge of computers and software to include Microsoft Office
Excellent management, supervisory, and leadership skills
Excellent employee and labor relations skills
Excellent time management and prioritization skills