Sawyer

Polycor Inc.; Bloomington (IN); On-site; USD 21,593 - 30,754; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Life/Disability/AD&D Insurance

Paid Time off

Job summary

Polycor Inc. in Bloomington, Indiana, is seeking a Sawyer to operate heavy machinery and hand tools for stone extraction. This role involves lifting heavy weights and working in varying conditions, both underground and above ground. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and experience with heavy equipment. The position is full-time with starting pay of $19.00 per hour plus an attendance bonus. Benefits include a 401(k) plan, life insurance, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Ability to lift and carry up to 60 lbs.
• Experience operating heavy equipment is a plus.
• Some experience in construction, farming, or stone industry is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy machinery such as quarry saws, loaders.
• Use hand tools to prepare stone.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area.

Skills

Operating heavy machinery

Using hand tools

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Quarry saws

Material handling equipment

Job description

Polycor Indiana Limestone is seeking dedicated individuals 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
• Job Type: Full‑Time
• Starting Pay: $19.00 per hour
• Attendance Bonus: Additional $1.00 per hour

Work Schedule

• Saturdays as needed
• Location: Monroe County (Adams & Victor 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
• Life/Disability/AD&D Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time off (Vacation/Holidays)

Polycor is an equal opportunity employer.

Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.