Crane Operator

Crane Operator

The Crane Operator is a member of our Machining Department responsible for operating an overhead crane to facilitate movement of product and materials for machining and inspection operations. Crane Operators in Machining start at $22.20 an hour. with .50 pr hr increases every 6 months until the established top rate of pay is achieved. Some training for this role will be done on 1st shift before employee is transitioned to 2nd or 3rd shift. Additional Paid Relief Days, $1,000 SIGN ON BONUS (Paid in increments throughout the first year of continued employment), and this position is eligible for the Production Incentive Program.

Duties/Responsibilities:

Pre-operation inspection and testing of crane and associated equipment

Operation of overhead (cab) crane

Communication with operators and employees on floor

Timely reporting of equipment problems and issues

Maintaining all equipment and documentation needed for crane operation

Perform other department duties, as assigned

Required Skills/Abilities

Previous experience with heavy equipment operation required

Previous overhead crane experience preferred

Strong attention to detail

Must be able to work any shift, including some weekends

Physical Requirements & Environmental Conditions:

Must be comfortable working at heights

Must be capable of standing for long periods of time

Exposed to seasonal temperature changes

Manufacturing environment with noise, dust, and vibration

Education/Experience:

High School Diploma or GED required

Benefits:

Eligible upon hire: Company paid safety shoes and prescription safety glasses.

Eligible after 30 days; medical/prescription drug coverage, dental, vision insurances, company provided Basic Life and AD&D insurance, additional voluntary benefits including hospital indemnity, accident and critical illness insurance, paid holidays.

Eligible at 60 days (520 working hours): Participation in the production incentive pay program (potential to add $1-$2 per hour to base pay, based on production)

Eligible after 90 days; paid relief days, Paid Time Off (PTO), Vacation, employee referral program

Eligible after 6 months; 401K program

Superior Forge & Steel Corporation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.

No calls or agencies please. Superior Forge & Steel Corporation will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Superior Forge & Steel Corporation is a manufacturer of forged hardened steel rolls for hot and cold rolling of ferrous and non-ferrous materials. We also provide other products and services such as commercial ingots, specialty forging, heat treatment, and machining.