Yard Supervisor

Overview

Buzzi Unicem USA is one of the leading cement manufacturing companies in the United States.  With over 1,500 valued employees, Buzzi Unicem USA manufactures and distributes its cement products throughout the Midwest, Southwest, Northeast and Southeast regions of the country.  Globally, Buzzi Unicem SpA operates in 14 countries and employs almost 10,000 people. We are passionate about sustainably producing our cement products for the benefit of society by providing the foundation for crucial infrastructure projects such as roads, bridges, tunnels, airports, dams and, residential and industrial buildings. 

Our commitment to positively contributing to society is a core principle for our business, and the reason we focus heavily on sustainable development. As part of our corporate culture, we recognize our role in meeting the current generation’s needs, while preserving environmental quality and protecting the needs of future generations.

Additionally, quality serves as the foundation of the way we do business at Buzzi Unicem USA.  We have established at all our production sites, quality targets for our products that meet not only local regulatory standards but also our customer requirements.

Buzzi Unicem USA strives to provide a corporate culture supporting career growth through strong leadership and development planning.   We offer a competitive salary, along with comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits. Plus, our benefits include flexible spending accounts, supplemental life insurance and other voluntary benefits – such as accident and critical illness. We also provide a 401(k) savings plan, Employee Assistance Program, a tuition reimbursement program, professional development and advancement opportunities.

Join our team, be part of the solution, support evolving innovations, and help us continue providing quality products, all while being supported by strong leadership and a comprehensive and competitive benefits program.

Responsibilities

The Production Yard/Labor Supervisor leads crews responsible for housekeeping, material handling, and yard maintenance activities that support safe and efficient cement plant operations. This role ensures work is completed safely, maintains high operational standards, and contributes to overall plant reliability and appearance.

• Ensure strict compliance with plant safety policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements, including LOTOTO, traffic control, PPE, and other safe work practices for all yard personnel.
• Supervise daily yard operations to ensure the safe and efficient handling, movement, and storage of raw materials, fuels, clinker, and finished products.
• Plan and coordinate yard equipment activities, including loaders, dozers, haul trucks, vacuum trucks, skid steers and conveyors, to support production and shipping schedules.
• Monitor material stockpiles, blending, and inventory levels to ensure proper material flow to and from the production process.
• Conduct routine inspections of mobile equipment and yard areas to identify maintenance needs, hazards, or operational inefficiencies.
• Collaborate with production, maintenance, and quality teams to coordinate material supply, repairs, and equipment availability.
• Lead and train yard personnel in safe equipment operation, housekeeping, and compliance with plant policies and environmental regulations.
• Coordinate plans and allocate resources to maintain high standards of plant housekeeping; ensure chronic issues are identified, addressed promptly, and resolved with sustainable solutions.
• Maintain accurate records of material movement, equipment hours, inspections, and fuel consumption.
• Assist in budgeting, resource planning, and cost control efforts related to yard operations and maintenance activities.
• Participate in safety meetings as a member of the Joint H&S Committee, performance reviews, and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and reliability.

Qualifications

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age and legally authorized to work in the United States.
• This is a safety-sensitive position requiring compliance with all company safety policies, MSHA/OSHA regulations, and applicable drug and alcohol testing requirements.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in yard operations, quarry operations, material handling, or a related heavy industrial environment.
• Knowledge of heavy equipment operation, maintenance practices, and industrial safety requirements.
• Strong leadership experience supervising, training, and developing employees in a production, yard, or industrial setting.
• Ability to work overtime, weekends, and other schedules as required to support operational needs.

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Business, Logistics, Industrial Management, or a related field preferred.
• Experience supervising heavy equipment operators, labor crews, and material handling operations required.
• Experience in cement, mining, quarrying, aggregates, or heavy manufacturing environments preferred.

Skills & Competencies

• Demonstrated commitment to safety leadership and fostering a safety-first culture.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to schedule work, allocate resources, and maintain operational records.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with plant personnel, contractors, and leadership.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making abilities.
• Ability to identify operational improvement opportunities and implement solutions that enhance efficiency, reliability, and workplace safety.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities, projects, and deadlines in a fast-paced industrial environment.

Technical Knowledge

• Working knowledge of environmental, quality, and operational compliance requirements.
• Familiarity with maintenance work management systems, purchasing and procurement processes, and operational reporting tools.
• Understanding of material handling systems, yard operations, equipment utilization, and facility maintenance practices.
• Experience monitoring operational performance metrics and driving continuous improvement initiatives.

We are an equal opportunity employer and consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristics.