Yard Operations Associate
Synova PartnersPosition Overview The Yard Operations Associate is responsible for maintaining a clean, organized, safe, and efficient yard and storage area while supporting material handling, deliveries, production, and other facility operations as needed. Primary Responsibilities Maintain organization, cleanliness, and safe storage of materials, tools, and equipment. Assist with receiving, loading, unloading, staging, and moving materials throughout the yard and facility. Operate forklifts and other approved equipment safely. Assist with inventory management, material identification, and job allocation. Support front gate operations, including directing visitors, vendors, and deliveries. Perform routine inspections of forklifts and yard equipment and report issues or safety concerns. Assist with chain-link fence fabric production, including material staging, machine setup, and weaving operations, and provide backup support as needed. Assist with welding fabrication, material handling, and cleanup as needed. Perform general yard, facility, and grounds maintenance. Maintain professional communication with coworkers, customers, vendors, and delivery personnel. Perform other duties as assigned by management. Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent. 1+ year of experience in a warehouse, yard, construction, general labor, manufacturing, or similar hands-on work environment. Ability to safely lift, move, and handle materials and equipment. Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and work effectively as part of a team. Basic computer and organizational skills. Ability to work safely in an outdoor and industrial environment. Preferred Qualifications Experience operating a forklift or other material-handling equipment. Demonstrated mechanical aptitude or hands-on experience with tools, equipment, machinery, maintenance, fabrication, or similar activities. Experience with inventory, material handling, or warehouse operations. Experience in construction, fencing, manufacturing, or a related industry. Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour Expected hours: 40.0 per week Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Disability insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid sick time Vision insurance Work Location: In person