Yard Foreman

Ring's End, Inc. is seeking a determined full-time Yard Foreman in Darien, CT . This position earns a competitive pay and is eligible for great benefits , including traditional and Roth 401K, 3% 401K safe harbor company contribution, various medical insurance plans, FSA & DCA, employee discounts on our products and materials, life / accidental death & dismemberment insurance, long & short-term disability, paid holidays, paid time off (PTO), employee assistance program, and a legal counseling program. If this retail opportunity sounds like the right job for you, keep reading !

Are you a hard worker who genuinely cares about your customers and will go out of your way to make them happy? Are you interested in teaming up with an established building material retailer to fortify your skills ? If yes, complete our initial 3-minute, mobile-friendly application for this Customer Service position because we want to meet you!

ABOUT RING'S END INC

We are a Connecticut-based lumber and building materials retailer serving Connecticut, South County, Rhode Island, and Westchester County, New York. We are a third-generation, family-run company with a rich history dating back to 1902. Guided by a tradition of service and a commitment to innovation, we are dedicated to becoming the premier resource in the building material industry for builders and remodelers, painting contractors, architects, and homeowners.

Our growth and success are due to our team of professionals. We employ the best team in the industry, ensuring we maintain a diverse and evolving work environment that values cooperation and teamwork . We look for innovation and continuous improvement in everything we do. We're looking for more to join us!

Position Summary :

Maintain the highest safety standards possible in every aspect of the job. Oversee and coordinate all the activities of yard operations, including but not limited to personnel management, equipment, yard facilities, customer service and inventory control. Provide exceptional customer service in a busy lumber yard environment. Promote a work environment of positivity, support for one another, and teamwork. Train, guide, and mentor employees on their specific job functions. Maintain staffing levels and a schedule that ensures exceptional customer service and operational optimization. Praise and discipline direct reports as needed. Use proper material handling practices to load, unload and store material appropriately through the safe use of proper tools and equipment. Maintain a clean and organized shopping experience and work environment. Work with other departments of the location and company in a positive and productive manner.

Position Requirements :

This position requires the incumbent to be flexible and adaptable to the changes that rapidly affect the job. Must be highly motivated, with the ability to multitask and prioritize responsibilities. Needs the skills to delegate, assign and direct employees to various responsibilities and tasks in the yard. This person must have the ability to work well with customers and employees and assume responsibility by leading by example. Strong communication and listening skills are required, as this person needs to be approachable and interact positively with customers and employees. This person must have an extensive understanding of safety procedures, customer service skills, products, yard equipment, and material handling. Must be able to listen to and evaluate customer and employee problems and come up with good solutions to resolve them in a fair manner. Organizational skills are a must.

Duties Include : Safety

• Comply with all safety policies and procedures
• Use proper PPE when and where required
• Maintain a safe and organized work environment
• Be aware of surroundings at all times, work safely and smartly
• Train and mentor employees on proper safety protocols
• Lead by example on safety. Address safety issues and praise good safety as you see it.

Customer Service

Material Handling

General Duties / Expectations

Core Competencies- To perform the job successfully an individual must demonstrate the following :

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