Yard Manager at Lane Enterprises Inc – Houston, Texas

Job Summary:

The Yard Manager will oversee all aspects of shipping, receiving, inventory, and product distribution for our yard facility. This role is responsible for managing high-volume shipments of pipe between Lane plant locations and customers, ensuring efficient inventory storage and accurate distribution to customers on time. The Yard Manager will maintain a safe, organized yard environment and requires strong attention to detail, the ability to work independently, and proficiency in both operational and administrative aspects of yard management.

This role has supervisory responsibilities.

• Manage all incoming and outgoing shipments of pipe, primarily from internal plant locations and customers.
• Ensure packing slips, bills of lading, and related paperwork are accurate and properly recorded.
• Write load diagrams for loaders and assist with loading, unloading, and reloading as needed.
• Maintain efficient and accurate inventory records
• Organize pipe within the yard to maximize space and accessibility.
• Monitor inventory flow to support timely customer fulfillment.
• Manage the overall layout and organization of the yard to optimize efficiency and safety.
• Oversee yard maintenance, appearance, and preventative measures to reduce loss and damage.
• Operate forklift and heavy equipment as needed.
• Maintain responsibility for the overall safety of the yard.
• Enforce company safety policies and promote a safety-first culture.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant industry and company standards.
• Coordinate closely with production and sales teams to meet shipping schedules and forecast needs.
• Serve as a point of contact fr distribution-related concerns.
• Support loaders and drivers in completing accurate and timely deliveries.
• Maintain all required shipping and inventory paperwork.
• Track records for auditing, loss prevention, and reporting.
• Communicate regularly with office staff and management regarding yard activity.

Required Skills & Abilities:

• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of yard operations.
• Proficiency with inventory management tools.
• Ability to read and interpret packing slips, bills of lading, and load diagrams.
• Hands-on approach to yard operations, including operating forklifts.
• Excellent communication skills and attention to detail.

• 3+ years of experience in warehouse, logistics, or yard operations (manufacturing or construction industry preferred).
• Forklift certification and experience required.
• Knowledge of DOT regulations and transportation best practices a plus.

• Full-time, on-site role in an outdoor yard environment.
• Exposure to changing weather conditions and physical labor.
• Ability to operate forklifts and perform manual yard work as needed.