Yard Specialist- Heavy Equipment Operator

Clark Pacific • Lubbock, TX

5d • Onsite

About The Position

At Clark Pacific, the Yard Specialist supports daily manufacturing operations across multiple functional areas while maintaining a strong focus on safety, quality, and productivity. This hands-on role works in the manufacturing environment and may support Production Lines, Maintenance, Loading, Kitting and Procurement, Woodshop, Batch Plant, Glass Division, Clark Metal Works (CMW) / PEP, and Facilities. It is suited to dependable, safety-minded individuals interested in growing within a manufacturing setting.

The role involves following safety procedures and job hazard analyses; handling, receiving, storing, and delivering materials and equipment; preparing and assembling materials according to drawings and work instructions; operating machinery and tools; and maintaining clean, organized work areas. The work takes place in manufacturing and outdoor environments and involves physical tasks throughout the shift.

Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in manufacturing, construction, concrete, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of crane experience.
• Strong commitment to safety and quality.
• Ability to follow instructions, work plans, and blueprints.
• Dependable, team-oriented work ethic.
• Ability to perform physical tasks in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Willingness to participate in required training and skill development.
• Ability to stand, walk, climb, bend, and lift throughout the shift, including regularly lifting up to 50 lbs.; assistance is available for heavier loads.
• Use required personal protective equipment (PPE), including hard hat, high-visibility vest, gloves, and eye and hearing protection.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working in a union environment.
• High school diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

• Maintain professionalism and confidentiality when working with team members, projects, and proprietary information.
• Follow safety principles, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and job hazard analyses (JHAs) for materials, equipment, and work areas.
• Complete required documentation and handle receiving, storing, disbursing, and delivering materials, products, and equipment.
• Prepare and assemble materials for manufacturing according to drawings and work instructions, including mixing, cutting, bending, welding, gluing, and assembly.
• Maintain clean, organized work areas and ensure debris, recyclables, and hazardous materials are properly managed and stored.
• Operate machinery and hand and power tools, including drills, saws, grinders, welding equipment, CNC machines, and other fabrication tools.
• Support general manufacturing and yard operations as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical insurance options, including an HDHP plan with employer-funded HSA, based on eligibility and tenure.
• Employer contributions toward medical premiums and Health Savings Account (HSA), increasing with length of service and job classification.
• Dental insurance through Sun Life Dental.
• Vision insurance through VSP.
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer contributions.
• Paid training and advancement opportunities.
• Consistent, full-time employment with overtime opportunities based on production needs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed