Yard Lead
About
NewCold
NewCold is a global leader in advanced food logistics. Our warehouses
and transport network sit at the center of the food supply chain. Connecting
the world’s major food manufacturers with retailers and food service providers.
Our goal is to keep the world’s food fresh and safe with our proprietary
technologies and innovative solutions.
NewCold designs, builds, and operates state-of-the-art cold storage
facilities that are highly automated. We push the boundaries of logistics with end-to-end
storage and transport operations that add greater resilience, efficiency, and
sustainability to supply chains on four continents. And we are growing rapidly.
To support our rapid growth, we’re constantly looking for talented
people to join our team. Want to be a part of a dynamic, forward-thinking
environment? Join us!
Your role as a Yard Lead
Key responsibilities:
As a Yard Operations Lead, you are the key link between operations and the drop yard. You will be responsible for supporting a team of yard operators, managing/auditing the yard inventory, upkeep of all areas of commercial traffic both on site and off, while maintaining and managing the material handling equipment, doing minor repairs as needed, you will review and manage the YMS shuttle activity. While overseeing the yard operations, you will also ensure that Health & Safety protocols are embedded.
Responsible for the proper execution of the logistics activities and the support of the yard site.
Maintain a safe work environment. Manage the daily yard activities and foresee and communicate any issues and or concerns to the Yard Supervisor. Ensure SOPs are followed each shift.
Daily communication with clients and carriers by sending morning report emails to all carriers and clients
Manage our yard inventory through YMS
Audit and verify that empty and loaded trailers are in the correct spots.
Oversee/Conduct trailer movements to and from the dock to the drop yard.
Conduct yard inspections daily.
Own the drop yard.
Maintain cleanliness of the yard
Optimize efficiency in yard movements.
Core Tasks
Manage fuel levels of refer units in the yard.
Coordinate filling of refer units if necessary.
Conduct necessary billing activities.
Support yard drivers and ensure proper staffing including the training of new employees
Cover employee time off as necessary
Promote safety.
Daily communication and engagements with office personnel to administrate yard tracking and movements.
Who we are looking for:
We are seeking motivated and forward-thinking individuals who thrive in
collaborative and fast-moving environments. Our ideal candidate has:
Educational Requirements
High School Degree
Experience Requirements
5 years of work experience in related fields
Why
join NewCold?
At NewCold, our people are our most valuable asset. We take pride in our
team-oriented culture, where innovation and collaboration are at the heart of
everything we do.
What we offer:
- A supportive and collaborative environment.
- The opportunity for professional growth in a fast-scaling, international company.
- The chance to have real impact and innovate alongside other bright minds.
- The challenge of transforming the future of cold storage and food logistics.
- A strong commitment to employee well-being.
Whether you’re a seasoned expert or just starting your career, NewCold
provides the opportunities and challenges that allow you to grow and excel.
Ready to turn your curiosity into impact?
How to apply:
If you are interested in this vacancy and would like to apply, please make sure
that you leave your CV in English. Suitable candidates will be invited for a
first interview with the hiring manager. A second interview will
follow with a wider group of NewCold team members.
Can we welcome you on board as our new Yard Lead and help continue
our successful growth?
NewCold provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, gender identity, results of genetic testing, medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics), or service in the military. Equal employment opportunity applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training.
NewCold expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment or discrimination based on any of the characteristics mentioned above. Improper interference with the ability of other employees to perform their expected job duties is absolutely not tolerated.