Yard Safety Coordinator

Scope of position: 

We are seeking a proactive and safety-focused Yard Safety Coordinator to oversee the safe and efficient operation of our warehouse yard in Ellenwood, GA. This role is critical to maintaining a secure environment for drivers, staff, and equipment, ensuring compliance with safety protocols, and supporting smooth logistics operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Driver Oversight: Monitor truck loading/unloading to ensure adherence to safety procedures.

• Hazard Reporting: Identify and report unsafe practices or conditions to the Health & Safety team and warehouse management.

• Communication: Maintain real-time communication with drivers and operations staff via radio and yard/dock door systems.

• Equipment Maintenance: Track and document preventative maintenance for dock equipment.

• Yard Patrols: Conduct regular yard walks to identify and address safety concerns.

• Trailer Security: Ensure trucks are properly secured using restraint systems or wheel chocks; manage trailer seals.

• Documentation: Check trucks in/out using the visitor management system and verify driver paperwork.

• Physical Tasks: Operate dock plates and doors; lift, push, and pull as needed.

• Cleanliness: Maintain yard cleanliness and organization.

Other Duties: Perform additional tasks as assigned by management.