Crane Operator - Material Handler

Pay: $21.00 - $25.00 per hour

Job description:

Job Description

Job Title: Material Handler / Overhead Crane Operator
Department: Warehouse / Manufacturing
Reports To: Production Supervisor / Warehouse Manager
Classification: Non-Exempt
Shifts Available: All Shifts

• 1st Shift: 6:00 AM – 2:00 PM
• 2nd Shift: 2:00 PM – 10:00 PM
• 3rd Shift: 10:00 PM – 6:00 AM

Job Summary

The Material Handler / Overhead Crane Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient handling, movement, storage, and distribution of raw materials, work-in-process, and finished products throughout the manufacturing facility. This position plays a critical role in supporting production by ensuring materials are delivered accurately and on time while maintaining a safe and organized work environment.

This role requires extensive experience operating overhead bridge cranes to safely transport large steel components and materials weighing up to 60,000 pounds. Candidates must demonstrate a strong understanding of crane operations, rigging techniques, load control, and safe material handling practices in a heavy manufacturing environment.

Essential Responsibilities

• Safely operate overhead bridge cranes to move steel, raw materials, and finished products weighing up to 60,000 lbs.
• Inspect cranes, lifting devices, slings, chains, and rigging equipment before each shift to ensure safe operation.
• Properly rig, lift, transport, and position oversized and heavy materials while maintaining load stability.
• Load and unload trucks, trailers, production equipment, and storage racks using overhead cranes and other material handling equipment.
• Supply production departments with the materials needed to maintain production schedules.
• Transport materials between departments while minimizing damage and maintaining efficiency.
• Accurately stage, organize, and store inventory in designated warehouse locations.
• Maintain inventory accuracy by recording material movements and completing required documentation.
• Perform routine housekeeping to keep work areas clean, organized, and safe.
• Follow all OSHA regulations and company safety policies regarding crane operation and material handling.
• Communicate effectively with production personnel, supervisors, and other crane operators to ensure safe movement of materials.
• Assist with cycle counts, inventory control, and other warehouse duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience operating overhead bridge cranes in a manufacturing or heavy industrial environment.
• Demonstrated experience moving large steel components and loads up to 60,000 lbs.
• Strong knowledge of rigging practices, load balancing, lifting devices, and crane safety procedures.
• Experience operating forklifts is preferred.
• Ability to read work orders, material tags, and shipping documentation.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to workplace safety.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Physical Requirements

• Frequently lift, push, pull, and move materials as required.
• Stand and walk for extended periods throughout the shift.
• Frequently bend, stoop, reach, and climb as needed.
• Work safely around heavy equipment, moving machinery, and suspended loads.
• Ability to work in varying warehouse and manufacturing conditions.

Work Location: In person

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