Supervisor of Yard Operations

JOB DESCRIPTION: Supervisor of Yard Operations

REPORTS TO: Manager of Plant Operations

JOBS SUPERVISED: Loader operators, slasher operators, peeler operators, labourers, and treating technicians and works with maintenance personnel.

JOB OPPORTUNITY:

Bell Lumber & Pole MB ulc, formerly Roblin Forest Products, is hiring a Supervisor of Yard Operations to join our team in Roblin, MB . Our company is 115+-year-old family-owned and operated business with operations in both Canada and the United States. We are a manufacturer of wooden utility poles, fence posts, firewood and mulch. We are looking for highly motivated candidates with initiative to complete a job with excellence. We want candidates who are self-starting, reliable and dependable. Our company offers a competitive wage structure and comprehensive benefit package.

For the Bell family of companies, our mission statement is something that captures the heart of our employees at every level. We work hard so that the profit of the company is used: TO RADICALLY LOVE AND INFLUENCE LIVES. This mission is lived out internally through our values-driven workplace and externally through our passion for giving back and serving communities both near and far.

JOB PURPOSE:

The Yard Supervisor ensures the efficient daily operation of the production yard, focusing on logistics, production, staffing, and safety compliance. This role optimizes productivity and resource use, maintains quality standards, and coordinates with the Logistics team for timely deliveries. The Yard Supervisor manages yard staff and operations, overseeing equipment maintenance and repairs, and ensuring product quality meets Bell’s requirements. Additionally, the Yard Supervisor is accountable for adhering to WH&S regulations and chairing regular staff meetings to ensure safety compliance. They will be expected to work as part of one team to embrace the company’s mission of radically loving and influencing lives, actively demonstrating the values of excellence, stewardship, and entrepreneurial spirit in both behavior and attitude.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:

- Provide leadership and oversight for daily yard operations, focusing on logistics, production, and staffing.

- Ensure adherence to safe work methods and use of personal protective equipment, including the availability and use of protective devices and guarding as required.

- Conduct regular safety audits to identify and mitigate potential hazards and host regular safety meetings for staff.

- Work with Plant Manager to develop and implement procedures and corrective actions as needed to minimize future risks.

- Ensure that employees are trained effectively on quality standards and practices, communicate and ensure compliance with existing and new standards, and hold individuals accountable.

- Assist the Manager of Plant Operations in managing environmental compliance for plant operations including SWPP plans, SPCC audits, and any other required processes.

- Monitor and report employee absences and/or performance issues to Plant Manager and collaborate on disciplinary actions with Human Resources as needed.

- Utilize effective manufacturing methodologies as directed to improve plant performance and meet organizational goals.

- Follow Plant Manager’s direction in managing plant schedules, work orders, and shipments to achieve on-time performance.

- Assist in maintaining yard supply (product inventory) as well as supplies, PPE, and parts inventory.

- Work with Plant Manager and Operations Training team to implement and audit standard work procedures and report accountability metrics.

- Coordinate with the Logistics team for loading and unloading inbound and outbound shipments to ensure compliance with delivery standards.

- Communicate regularly with upper management on the status of projects, responsibilities, and overall yard performance.

- Notify Plant Manager of any issues with equipment, treating processes, mobile units, or other yard facilities.

- Partner with the Quality team to oversee product quality control standards, processes, and audits.

- Utilize planning tools and software for operations such as framing, kilning, and/or treating.

- Capable of performing any operational role within the yard as needed, including operating heavy equipment (log crane, peeler, front-end loader, etc.), grading, and / or framing poles.

- Special projects and other duties as assigned.

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; the employee may be required to perform other duties and assume additional responsibilities as needed or requested to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Supervises assigned staff. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include assisting Plant Manager in training employees; directing work; appraising performance and rewarding or disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: High School Diploma or equivalent, or relevant combination of education and experience.

Experience: At least two years of experience in lumber manufacturing or related industry is required; prior leadership experience preferred.

SKILLS BASED REQUIREMENTS:

- Ability to motivate people, assess, and develop employee skills.

- Understanding of manufacturing operations, maintenance, and engineering principles and applications.

- Excellent planning and organizational skills, balancing production, and maintenance needs.

- Strong interpersonal communication and listening skills.

- Ability to be adaptable and flexible in various situations.

- Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and decision-making skills and ability to work with and lead teams in decision-making processes.

- Highly motivated, results-oriented, and driven.

- Proficiency and/or ability to learn Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and other software applications as used by the production yard.

- Ability to work effectively both supervised and unsupervised.

- Ability to properly use and maintain all PPE.

- Experience with or ability to learn inventory and maintenance processes.

WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

To perform the duties of this job, the employee may be required to use the computer for extended periods of time in a sitting or standing position. Ability to work under time constraints and ability to work in a fast-paced work environment. The employee will need to be on their feet for an extended period. Bending, stooping, reaching, twisting, lifting, pushing, pulling, and moving products, minimum of 50 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by the job include peripheral vision and the ability to adjust focus. The production work environment characteristics are best defined as an outdoor environment with exposure to elements such as heat, cold, precipitation, and wind. Employees will have moderate exposure to noise as heard in pole production yard, including exposure to higher noise levels associated with power equipment. Employees will have light exposure to the chemicals and solutions used in treating wood. Occasional travel may be required.

Please send resumes to: gaye.lenderbeck@blpole.com or drop by the office in person.

OR apply here through Indeed

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $25.00-$32.00 per hour

Benefits:

- Company events

- Dental care

- Disability insurance

- Employee assistance program

- Extended health care

- Life insurance

- On-site parking

- Paid time off

- RRSP match

- Vision care

Experience:

- Manufacturing facility: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person