Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Essential Functions

• Operate overhead cranes and hoists to safely lift, move, and position heavy materials and equipment.

• Read, follow, and understand daily schedules, load lists, and work instructions.

• Perform inspections of overhead cranes, slings, hooks, and lifting devices before use to ensure safety compliance.

• Responsible for loading, unloading, and staging inbound/outbound shipments.

• Accurately attach loads using chains, slings, or other rigging equipment to ensure secure handling.

• Communicate material movement needs and supply requirements with Supervisors and Plant Managers.

• Maintain accurate records of material movements and assist with inventory control.

• Support proper storage, stacking, and tagging of inbound/outbound material.

• Ensure housekeeping in assigned work areas to maintain a safe and organized environment.

• Comply with company safety, quality, and environmental policies, procedures, and standards.

• Perform other duties as required by supervision.

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

• Minimum 1 year of experience operating overhead cranes in an industrial, manufacturing, or warehouse setting preferred.

• Must hold (or be able to obtain) overhead crane operator certification.

• Forklift certification preferred.

• Knowledge of rigging practices and safe load handling.

• Ability to work with others in a team-oriented environment.

• Basic math skills: fractions, decimals, addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.

• Ability to read and understand shipping/receiving documents, work orders, and safety guidelines.

• Must be safety-conscious and able to recognize and correct hazards.

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. for short distances.

• Ability to raise arms overhead for short periods.

• Must be able to walk and stand on concrete floors for extended periods.

• Ability to work flexible hours and limited overtime as needed.

• Tolerance for temperatures comparable to outdoor environments.

• Subject to exposure to oils, dust, and industrial hazards.

• Must wear all required PPE.

• Overhead cranes and hoisting systems.

• Forklifts and material handling devices.

• Rigging equipment such as chains, slings, and hooks.

• Scales and measuring devices.

• Computers, scanners, and printers for documentation.

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