Yard Operator

Polycor Board•Barre, VT

7d•$28 - $31•Onsite

About The Position

Yard Operator Swenson Granite Work a company of Polycor Group is looking for a Yard Operator. This person will be responsible for the safe handling, movement, staging, and transport of granite blocks, slabs, and related materials within the manufacturing yard. This role requires operation of forklifts, wheel loaders, and CDL-B commercial vehicles. The position supports production flow, shipping, and receiving while maintaining strict adherence to safety, DOT, and OSHA standards.

Requirements

Valid CDL Class B license (air brake endorsement preferred)
Experience operating forklifts and loaders in a stone, construction, or industrial yard
Experience in handling heavy materials
Knowledge of load securement practices for flatbeds and dump trucks
Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions
Ability to lift 50 lbs and safely work in a active manufacturing yard setting.
Authorized to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

Valid CDL Class B license (air brake endorsement preferred)
Prior experience in a granite, marble, or stone fabrication facility
Experience handling granite blocks and/or slabs
Forklift certification
Familiarity with electronic inventory systems
Basic mechanical aptitude for equipment inspection and basic maintenance

Responsibilities

Block and Slab Handling Safely move, stage, and organize granite blocks, slabs and finished goods as necessary.
Load and unload flatbed trucks, trailers and dump trucks.
Properly secure stone loads using straps, chains, edge protectors, and blocking as necessary.
Identify slab types, finishes, thicknesses, and stone ID tags to ensure correct staging
Equipment Operation Operate large forklifts (Up to 35T) and wheel loaders with common attachments.
Operate CDL-B vehicles for yard moves and local stone deliveries as required
Conduct daily equipment inspections and report maintenance issues
Yard Organization & Production Support Maintain clean, clearly marked material storage and traffic lanes
Stage material for production, shipping and disposal per daily schedule.
Store and retrieve material for production orders while maintaining a inventory rotation targets.
Support physical inventory counts and material tracking through the use of a handheld tablet connected to our inventory management system.
Safety & Compliance Follow all OSHA, DOT, and company safety policies as presented.
Wear appropriate PPE at all times to include safety-toe-shoes, gloves, safety glasses. A hard hat is also required when not operating equipment with an enclosed cab.
Immediately report unsafe conditions, damage, or near-miss incidents
General Duties Perform yard housekeeping, debris removal, and seasonal snow/ice control
Assist maintenance and production teams as needed
Complete required load documentation, inspection logs, and delivery paperwork