Experienced yard supervisor with a strong background in safety compliance, inventory control, and equipment coordination. Known for improving workflow, training staff, and keeping operations organized and on schedule.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Yard Supervisor
Southland Steel
06.2021 - Current
Supervised yard operations, coordinating equipment staging, vehicle movement, and load scheduling for efficient workflow.
Enforced safety procedures, ensuring compliance with yard rules, PPE requirements, and hazard controls.
Directed loading and unloading activities, verifying materials matched shipment documentation and customer orders.
Trained yard staff on equipment handling, traffic flow, and daily operational expectations.
Monitored inventory locations, maintaining accurate yard organization and rapid material retrieval.
Coordinated with dispatch and production teams to prioritize inbound and outbound material movement.
Inspected forklifts, trailers, and yard equipment, reporting issues and supporting preventive maintenance.
Managed daily operations, coordinating staff schedules and allocating resources to ensure timely completion of tasks.
Optimized space utilization in the yard through careful planning of storage areas and efficient use of available resources.
Continuously evaluated yard operations for potential improvements, implementing changes as needed to maintain efficiency and meet business goals.
Operated Class A 18-wheelers to safely transport freight across local and regional routes.
Maintained accurate logbooks, delivered manifests, and trip documentation.
Propeller/Wheel Repair/Production Supervisor
Houma Machine and Propeller
06.2015 - 06.2021
Supervised production teams to meet daily machining and fabrication schedules.
Coordinated workflow between shop floor, welding, and finishing operations.
Monitored quality standards on propeller and machine components before release.
Trained employees on safety procedures, equipment use, and shop practices.
Reviewed work orders and specifications for accurate production execution.
Propeller/Wheel Repair/Supervisor of Factory Operations
Johnny's Propeller Shop
04.2009 - 06.2016
Inspected damaged propellers and identified repair needs.
Coordinated parts availability, tooling, and shop priorities to maintain steady production flow.
Trained technicians on repair procedures, safety practices, and equipment operation.
Verified completed repairs met specifications before release to customers or installation teams.