Sawyer
Sawyer Polycor Indiana Limestone is seeking a dedicated individual to join our Quarry team, as a Sawyer. This physically demanding role involves operating heavy machinery and hand tools to extract and prepare stone from the quarry. As a member of our valued quarry team, you'll play a critical role in the stone production process, helping to cut and extract large blocks of stone for further processing. Whether working underground or above ground, your contributions ensure the continued production of high-quality stone used in projects around the world. This is a hands-on role that offers the opportunity to work with impressive machinery in a unique and dynamic environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Operate heavy machinery such as quarry saws, loaders, and material handling equipment
Use hand tools (pick, shovel, sledgehammer, etc.) to prepare stone
Remove mud from stone surfaces using hand tools and steam hoses
Chip irregularities from stone slabs and cut notches to shape stone blocks
Loosen and break stone using various tools (pick, crowbar, sledgehammer)
Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area
Follow all Job Safety Analysis (JSA) procedures to ensure safety
Physical Requirements:
Ability to lift and carry up to 60 lbs
Ability to work in an underground mine, or surface level quarry environment
Must be able to climb ladders and work in varying conditions
Ability to work a 40-hour work week, plus occasional overtime
Experience & Qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent
Experience operating heavy equipment is a plus
Some experience in construction, farming, or stone industry is a plus
Basic computer skills or ability to learn company inventory tracking system
Employment is contingent upon satisfactory background and drug screening results
Position Details:
Job Type: Full-Time
Starting Pay: $19.00 per hour
Attendance Bonus: Additional $1.00 per hour
Work Schedule:
Schedule: 6:00am - 2:00pm M-F (Overtime schedule 6-4)
Saturdays as needed
Location: Monroe County (Adams & Victor quarry)
Location: Lawrence County (Empire quarry)
Must be able to reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work
Benefits (may vary by location):
401(k) and Roth 401(k) with company match
Comprehensive Health/Dental/Vision insurance
Life/Disability/AD&D Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Paid Time off (Vacation/Holidays)
Additional Information:
Any relevant experience will be considered. Please note that Polycor Group is an equal opportunity employer, and all applications will be treated confidentially. We will only contact candidates selected for further consideration.