Yard Leadperson in Grand Rapids, Michigan at Etna Shared Services
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Job Description
Etna Supply has been powering growth with an excellent reputation for over 60 years. We are an industry leader in plumbing, heating, underground, municipal, and fire protection wholesale distribution throughout Michigan, Indiana, Ohio, and Wisconsin. We are committed to sound financial principles, strong partnerships, continuous improvement, and a culture built on fairness, integrity, and respect.
What We Offer:
- Competitive compensation and benefits package, including quarterly bonuses!
- 401(k) w/ company match
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Company provided and Voluntary Life Insurance
- Short Term and Long-Term Disability
- and more!
Position Summary
The Yard Leadperson is a working leader responsible for coordinating daily yard operations, directing and supporting yard staff, assisting customers, and maintaining a safe, organized, and efficient yard environment. This role serves as a liaison between yard staff and management while performing hands-on warehouse and yard duties.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Lead and coordinate daily work assignments for yard staff.
- Serve as a point of contact between yard staff and management.
- Train and support new associates.
- Promote and enforce safety policies and procedures.
- Communicate operational needs and team concerns to management.
- Assist with problem-solving and workflow efficiency.
- Assist customers with yard materials and loading.
- Receive, stock, pull, and stage yard materials.
- Load materials safely for customers and deliveries.
- Monitor inventory accuracy and assist with cycle counts.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe yard.
- Operate material handling equipment safely.
- Support other departments as needed.
- Maintain regular, reliable attendance.
Knowledge & Skills
• Working knowledge of yard operations, layout, and materials.
• Ability to lead, direct, and motivate a hands-on team.
• Strong safety awareness; knowledge of OSHA standards preferred.
• Effective communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and adapt in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic computer skills; RF device or warehouse system experience preferred.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Education & Experience
• High School Diploma or equivalent; or
• 2+ years of related experience and training; or
• An equivalent combination of education and experience.
Physical Demands & Work Environment
• Frequently required to walk, stand, talk, hear, grasp, handle, reach, and use fingers.
• Regularly required to sit, climb, bend, stoop, push, pull, carry, and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Must perform essential job functions safely and with consistent alertness.
• Vision requirements include near and far vision, depth perception, and color vision.
• Work performed primarily indoors with occasional outdoor exposure to extreme weather.