Yard Supervisor

National Truss Span is currently seeking a Yard Supervisor to join our team in Stewiacke, Nova Scotia. As one of the largest truss manufacturers in Nova Scotia, we seek a hard-working and dedicated critical thinker who keeps safety top of mind to join our family-owned company.

Compensation is negotiable, dependant on experience

Job Description:

The successful candidate will be responsible for loading and unloading trucks, supervising the yard and ensuring operations are running efficiently. Reporting directly to the Site Owner and Operations Manager, the ideal candidate will be an exceptional leader with critical thinking and not be afraid to get their hands dirty by jumping in and helping where and when needed. Experience working with forklifts, pay loaders, and other production related equipment is required. Preference given to anyone that is also mechanically inclined

Hours of Work: Full-time. Monday to Thursday, 7am-5pm, Friday 7am – 4:30pm

The role requires working outside in all weather conditions, with significant walking and moderate physical activity for large parts of the day. Other essential job functions include:

• Review order documents to prepare for accurate product pulling for customers
• Safely use a forklift or other equipment
• Effectively communicate with dispatcher to ensure efficient deliveries
• Maintain yard stock in a clean and organized manner
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Works inside the warehouse and outside in the yard
• Accurately loads trucks for outgoing shipments
• Inbound material receiving and put away
• Rotates yard stock and safely moves materials using a forklift

What we're looking for:

• Experience operating forklifts, pay loaders, and other heavy equipment is required.
• Problem solving, trouble shooting and communication skills.
• Able to lift/move heavy materials (up to 60lbs)
• Ability to read, write, communicate, and perform basic math functions required
• Experience with building materials a plus

What We Offer:

• Health, dental and vision benefits
• RRSP match after 2 years
• Employee Assistance Program
• Free parking
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Competitive wages

*Applicants must be Permanent Residents or Citizens of Canada*

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company pension
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• RRSP match
• Store discount
• Vision care

Work Location: In person