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.

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.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $45,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Shift:

• Day shift

Weekly day range:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Ability to Relocate:

• Winter Haven, FL 33880: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person