We are seeking a dependable, hands-on Yard Supervisor to oversee daily steel identification, chemistry testing, inventory tracking, and material-handling activities within our industrial yard.
This is a working-supervisor position. The successful candidate will lead one or more employees while actively performing the same hands-on duties as the team. We are looking for someone with strong attention to detail, mechanical ability, computer proficiency, and the confidence to work independently in a heavy-industrial environment.
• Direct and oversee the daily work of assigned yard employees.
• Perform and document chemistry readings on steel plate.
• Use grinders to properly prepare steel surfaces for chemistry testing.
• Operate cutting torches and other approved metalworking equipment.
• Identify and mark steel plate and material as required.
• Chart, track, and maintain detailed records of chemistry readings.
• Maintain accurate inventory quantities, material locations, and supporting documentation.
• Enter, organize, and retrieve data using Microsoft Office programs and company computer systems.
• Read and accurately use tape measures, micrometers, and other measuring instruments.
• Operate authorized heavy equipment safely and responsibly.
• Assist with sorting, moving, identifying, and organizing steel throughout the yard.
• Investigate and correct inventory discrepancies, unidentified material, and inaccurate records.
• Coordinate priorities and communicate effectively with management, employees, and other departments.
• Train employees on assigned duties, equipment operation, documentation, and safe work practices.
• Ensure employees follow company safety policies, operating procedures, and PPE requirements.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work area.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
| Location | Brandenburg, KY |
| Job Type | Full-time |
| Salary | $25–$35 Per Hour |
| Company Size | 11 - 50 |
| Headquarters | Brandenburg, KY, US |
| Additional Compensation | Bonus |
• Previous supervisory or team-lead experience in a heavy-industrial, steel-processing, manufacturing, scrap, or material-handling environment is preferred.
• Experience working with steel plate or identifying material grades is strongly preferred.
• Experience operating grinders, cutting torches, and related industrial equipment.
• Experience safely operating heavy equipment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Ability to read a tape measure and use micrometers accurately.
• Ability to maintain thorough and accurate inventory and testing records.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Self-motivated, dependable, and capable of managing changing priorities.
• Ability to lead employees while remaining actively involved in daily operations.
• Strong commitment to workplace safety, accuracy, and accountability.
Work Environment and Physical Requirements
• Primarily performed in an outdoor heavy-industrial yard.
• Must be willing and able to work in varying weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, snow, and wind.
• Regular exposure to steel, industrial equipment, machinery, sparks, dust, and elevated noise levels.
• Must be able to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Must be able to bend, reach, climb, and safely work around steel plate and heavy equipment.
• Must be able to safely use hand tools, grinders, cutting torches, measuring instruments, and authorized heavy equipment.
• Required personal protective equipment must be worn in all designated areas.
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