EWP Yard Operations Specialist - Mid Shift ($19.50/hr+)

$40,560 - $40,560/Yr

Palmer Donavin - Greenville, SC

Full-time - Entry Level

Greenville, SC

11-50 employees

Specialty Trade Contractors

About the position

The Yard Associate position at Palmer-Donavin involves managing the handling and preparation of engineered wood products (EWP) in a yard setting. This role is essential for ensuring that products are received, stored, and shipped accurately and safely, while maintaining high standards of quality and efficiency. The position requires advanced skills in forklift operation and the use of cutting tools, with a strong emphasis on safety and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Prepare shipments of engineered wood products (EWP) in yard for delivery
• Accurately receive all EWP products from manufacturer using best practices
• Perform product handling assignments (with industrial forklift or manually) by pulling orders accurately for prompt shipment
• Ensure accuracy of products ready for shipment and work with logistics / delivery personnel
• Build out pallets of engineered wood products (EWP) based on work orders
• Maintain appropriate inventory levels
• Verify product quality and report/dispose of damaged or defective material
• Verify receipts of incoming shipments
• Use various power tools (chain saws, handsaws, etc.) to cut wood to length based on order specification
• Regularly use tape measurer and perform basic mathematical calculations
• Assist other forklift operators and truck/tractor drivers in manually loading or unloading products
• Maintain grounds in safe, neat, and orderly manner and comply with company safety procedures
• Perform other related duties and assignments as required to meet the operational needs of the warehouse

Requirements

• Advanced forklift abilities
• Knowledge of reading tape measures
• Experience using cutting implements (hand saws, circular saws, chainsaws)
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations
• Experience in a manufacturing/distribution or operations-oriented environment (preferred but not mandatory)

Nice-to-haves

• Resourcefulness and willingness to learn
• Strong social and emotional intelligence
• Reliability and punctuality
• Career-oriented mindset

Benefits

• Overtime Opportunities
• Weekly Pay
• Rain Instant Pay (Access to Pay on Day 1)
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Up to 112 Hours of PTO in First Year (increases to 152 Hours After 5 years)
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Matching
• Employee Discounts on Wide Range of Home Building Materials
• Health, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Life Insurance
• Parental Leave
• Safety Bonus
• Ongoing Training and Development