Job ID: AS939133113
Location: Houston, TX
Category: Industrial & Manufacturing
Employment Type: Permanent
Date Added: 01/13/2026
Yard Supervior | $23-$26/hr | M-F 8-5 | On-site | Direct Hire
What Matters Most
- Competitive Pay of $23-$26 per hour
- Schedule: M-F 8AM-5PM
- Location: Houston, TX 77051
- Direct Hire opportunity with career growth and stability
Job Description:
This is a hands-on Yard Supervisor role supporting daily operations at an industrial distribution facility in Houston. The position leads yard and shipping activities to ensure materials are accurately picked, loaded, and shipped on time while maintaining safety, quality, and organization. The Yard Supervisor coordinates closely with sales, logistics, quality, and receiving teams, oversees a small team of yard personnel, and plays a key role in equipment readiness, training, and process improvement in a fast-paced, safety-driven environment.
Responsibilities:
- Lead daily yard and shipping operations to ensure accurate, timely picking, loading, and shipment of materials
- Supervise and organize a team of yard and shipping personnel, assigning work and monitoring productivity
- Ensure forklifts, cranes, pickers, and other equipment are safe, functional, and properly maintained
- Coordinate daily priorities with sales, logistics, receiving, and quality teams
- Manage outbound shipments, including flatbeds, motor freight, hot shots, will-call, and small parcel orders
- Review daily operational reports to assess workload and manage overtime as needed
- Oversee loading dock organization, traffic flow, and space utilization
- Verify materials, documentation, and shipment accuracy prior to release
- Address material discrepancies, non-conforming items, and order changes in coordination with quality and sales
- Support will-call customers by ensuring timely and accurate order loading
- Train yard personnel on processes, procedures, quality requirements, and safety standards
- Conduct daily safety talks and enforce safe work practices
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe yard and dock environment
- Participate in production meetings and contribute to process improvement initiatives
- Monitor shipping lanes to prevent missed or delayed shipments
- Document training, inspections, and quality checks as required
Qualifications and Requirements:
- High school diploma or GED required
- Bilingual (Spanish/English) a plus
- 3+ years of experience in industrial distribution or PVF/industrial materials environments
- Proven ability to lead, supervise, and organize a team of 7–10 employees
- Experience coordinating shipping, receiving, and yard operations
- Strong knowledge of material handling, shipping documentation, and quality processes
- Familiarity with forklifts, cranes, pickers, and other warehouse/yard equipment, including maintenance and safety protocols
- Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
- Ability to read and understand industry specifications, charts, and tables
- Capable of lifting up to 50 lbs and standing for extended periods
- Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities
- Self-motivated, proactive, and able to work independently
- Commitment to safety, process compliance, and maintaining a clean, organized work environment
Benefits and Perks:
- $23-$26 hourly pay
- Medical Benefits
- Holidays
- Training & Growth
Your New Organization:
Our client is a well-established industrial materials distributor with a strong regional presence and a long-standing reputation for reliability and service. The organization operates high-volume distribution facilities and supports a diverse customer base across industrial and commercial markets. They place a strong emphasis on operational efficiency, safety, and on-time delivery, and value leaders who take a hands-on approach and drive continuous improvement within their teams.
Your Career Partner:
The Reserves Network, a veteran-founded and family-owned company, specializes in connecting exceptional talent with rewarding opportunities. With extensive industry experience, we are dedicated to helping you achieve your professional goals and shine in your field. The Reserves Network values diversity and encourages applicants from all backgrounds to apply. As an equal-opportunity employer, we foster an environment of respect, integrity, and trust in every aspect of employment.
The base pay range for this position is $23-$26/hour, excluding benefits, bonuses, or other compensation. Your final compensation will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, location, and internal pay equity. Please note, hiring at the top of the range is uncommon to allow room for future growth.
