The Manager Trainee position helps to manage the day-to-day operation of the yard. While learning all aspects of becoming a location Manager. This position is responsible for enforcing the company’s safety initiatives, housekeeping, employee development and inventory control. This position is perfect for that individual who is looking to grow within a company and make a career out of it.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Production Associates.

Job Functions:

· Coordinates activities of workers engaged in loading and unloading materials in the lumber yard.

· Ensures that Safety is always enforced.

· Coordinates with Dispatcher to make sure priority loads are being pulled in a timely manner.

· Inspects work for accuracy, neatness, and company standards.

· Ensures that all loads are pulled in a timely manner prior to their scheduled due date.

· Trains and directs workers in loading and unloading materials.

· Monitors daily inspections of equipment and schedules maintenance and service as needed.

· Ensures that daily housekeeping standards are maintained.

· Performs general supervisory duties and other duties as required.

· Performs weekly cycle counting.

· Covers duties of missing employees as needed.

· Interviews and hires new employees when directed.

· Learns all aspects and duties of the Lumber operations.

· Assists other locations when needed.

· Ability to use P&L statements to help drive the business.

· Conduct physical inventories.

· Focus on continual improvement projects as needed.

Required Skills and Abilities:

· Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when needed.

· Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

· Good organizational skills and attention to detail.

· Good verbal and written communication skills.

· Ability to lead and motivate others.

· Good time management skills with an ability to meet deadlines.

· Ability to perform math problems with ease.

· Ability to travel to other locations if needed for short term projects.

· Understanding that relocation can/may be required for advancement.

Environmental Demands:

· Employees can be exposed to year-round outside weather conditions that include heat, rain, humidity, cold and dust.

· Employees can be asked to operate a forklift and be exposed to fumes and moving mechanical parts.

· The noise level is usually moderate.

· Must wear Personal Protective Equipment when needed / required.

Qualifications:

· High school diploma or GED.

· 2+ years of related experience in lumber/warehouse industry.

· Strong work ethic.

· Ability to lead and motivate others.