Operations & Training Coordinator

Connect Staffing is hiring an Operations & Training Coordinator for an outdoor building materials distribution yard in Riverside, CA. This is a temp-to-hire position paying $27.18/hr, Monday–Saturday with overtime available. In this role, you will oversee inventory cycle counts, act as the receiving point person for incoming rail cars and vans, and train new associates on saws, machinery, and yard equipment. This is a long-term placement with a full benefits package available upon hire, including union benefits.

Pay: $27.18/hr

Schedule: Monday–Saturday 9am until the work is completed.

Location: Riverside, CA

Job Type: Temp-to-Hire

Primary workplace language(s): English / Spanish

Work Environment: Outdoor Yard / Building Materials Distribution

Responsibilities

• Train new associates to safely and efficiently operate saws, machinery, and yard equipment — and cross-train backup personnel to maintain coverage in all roles.
• Monitor and enforce PPE compliance on an hourly basis, including safety glasses, work boots, proper lifting techniques, and team lifts.
• Maintain and update the training benchmark matrix to track associate progress and completion milestones.
• Develop, update, and implement SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures) to improve yard safety, efficiency, and daily workflow.
• Partner with the 9 AM Production Supervisor to ensure a safe shift close.
• Report accidents, safety concerns, equipment failures, or behavioral issues to yard supervision immediately.

Minimum Requirements

• 1 year of experience in a warehouse, yard, distribution, or production environment with training or lead responsibilities.
• Ability to read and write in English and Spanish sufficient to complete training documentation and incident reports
• Active forklift certification or completion of operator safety training.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be bilingual

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience conducting inventory cycle counts and managing stock rotation in a yard or warehouse environment.
• Familiarity with SOP development or updating written procedures for safety and operations.
• Experience receiving inbound freight from rail cars, flatbeds, or delivery vans.
• Ability to operate or train others on industrial saws or heavy yard equipment.
• Experience in building materials, lumber, landscaping supply, or outdoor distribution environments.
• Comfort communicating via email with supervision teams and flagging action items across group inboxes.
• You may be a great fit if you've held any of these titles: Operations Coordinator, Training Coordinator, Yard Lead, Warehouse Lead, Production Lead, Yard Supervisor, Material Handling Coordinator, Inventory Lead, Forklift Trainer, Yard Operations Associate.

Pre-Employment Requirements

• Drug screen required.
• Background check required.
• E-Verify / work authorization required.
• Must be able to communicate effectively in English and Spanish (bilingual).
• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs occasionally.
• Work boots required (employee-provided).

Benefits

• Weekly pay.
• Direct deposit / Paycard.
• Health and dental benefits available.
• Earn referral bonuses.
• CalSavers retirement program available.
• Additional benefits available upon permanent hire, including health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401(k), PTO / paid vacation, union benefits, bonus eligible, and paid holidays.

After you apply, please check your email for a short screening questionnaire from us. Candidates who complete it promptly will be reviewed faster.

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