Machine Operator- Stone Thermal line

Swenson Granite currently has an opening for a Machine Operator – Stone Thermal line in our Production Plant at our Barre, VT location. This position is responsible for handling sawn slabs to be loaded with an overhead crane onto the thermal line. The operator will then feed slabs into the thermal machine, which adds our textured finish to slabs for our landscape products.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Use both automated and manually operated machinery to produce a variety of stone landscaping products.


• Load and feed slabs into the thermal machine.


• Ensure dimensions are correct using a tape measure.


• Identify imperfections related to the production process.


• Use overhead crane to move slabs.


• Keep stone slabs and work area clean through the use of a low-pressure water hose.


• Perform cleaning and autonomous maintenance of the thermal machine.


• Prioritize safety by following all procedures and regulations policy.


• Other duties may be assigned.

Physical demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and frequently required to walk. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms, push and pull-on conveyors within the parameters of their work-release status.  

At all times the employee will be provided with the opportunity to use either a crane to lift loads or seek assistance from another employee to complete a task that would otherwise compromise their recovery. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 60 pounds.

Training:

We offer training that will advance your knowledge, skills, and abilities within the industry. This position does not require any prior experience or training. WE WILL TRAIN YOU.

Working Conditions:

• Employment status: Permanent / Full-time.


• Hourly rate: $25 to $30 and up, depending on industry experience.


• Schedule/first shift: 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., Monday to Friday.

Benefits :

• 401(k) and Roth 401(k)


• 401(k) company match


• Health/Dental/Vision insurance


• Life/Disability/AD&D Insurance


• Employee Assistance Program


• Paid Time off (Vacation/Holidays)


• Bonus (company/personal performance)


• Employee Discounts

To join the Polycor Group :

Apply in person at:  54, Willey St, Barre, VT 05641

About Swenson Granite Works – A Polycor Group Company:

About Polycor

Polycor is a world leader in the natural stone industry. Founded in Quebec City in 1987, Polycor employs over 900 people in Canada and the United States. Its world-class reputation comes from a great legacy of stone work on historical landmarks and institutional, commercial and residential projects.  For more information, visit Polycor's website and follow the company on its various social networks such as Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram.

Note: Any experience deemed equivalent will be considered. Please note that the Polycor Group is committed to employment equity and all applications will be treated confidentially. We will only communicate with candidates who have been selected for an interview.

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy

Equal Employment Opportunity has been, and will continue to be, a fundamental principle at Polycor Stone Corporation and its subsidiaries (collectively, “Polycor”). This Equal Employment Opportunity Policy applies to all other policies and procedures relating to recruitment and hiring, compensation, benefits, termination and all other terms and conditions of employment. This Policy applies to all persons at Polycor, including all directors, executives, managers and other employees of Polycor as well as individuals in an employment-type relationship with Polycor. All persons involved in Polycor’s operations are prohibited from engaging in discriminatory conduct. Appropriate disciplinary action may be taken against any employee violating this policy.

Employment is based upon personal capabilities and qualifications without discrimination because of race, creed, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, national origin, marital status, physical or mental disability, military status, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local laws. All such discrimination is unlawful and violates our policy. Furthermore, regardless of whether sexual orientation or gender identity (transgender status) are legally protected statuses or not, Polycor does not tolerate discrimination on the basis of a person’s sexual orientation or gender identity (transgender status).

Polycor will take appropriate steps to provide reasonable accommodation, upon request, to qualified individuals with disabilities so long as doing so does not cause an undue hardship. The company will also provide reasonable accommodation, upon request, to an employee’s religious beliefs so long as doing so does not constitute an undue hardship. If you need accommodation, please provide a written description of your situation and your needs to Human Resources at [email protected] and someone will contact you to discuss your request.