Overhead Crane Operator

Job Description

Position Summary:

Responsible for safely operating a crane to lift, move, and position materials and equipment.

Essential Job Functions/Duties:

Oversee and provide direction for plant employees

Interpret drawings and complete job tickets and other paperwork

Use the crane to transfer materials to meet production objectives

Perform daily inspections of the crane and rigging to ensure safety

Troubleshoot problems with equipment. Make minor repairs to the crane or other machinery

Perform daily, weekly, and monthly maintenance on the crane, including lubrication and cleaning

Ensure safety of employees and work environment

Ensure cleanliness of work areas

Assists in all aspects of production where needed

Oversee quality of production

Submit requisitions for plant purchases

Required Qualifications:

1+ year(s) industry experience

English language proficiency. Spanish is a plus

Intermediate mathematic skills

Computer knowledge / skills

Preferred Qualifications:

1+ year(s) supervisory experience

Quick thinker / flexible / problem solver

Excellent time management skills

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions:

Exposed to high levels of concrete dust.

Work outdoors but may on occasion work indoors. Temperatures may vary due to weather.

Regularly wear protective attire, such as hard hats and steel-toe boots.

Exposed to sound and noise levels that are distracting and uncomfortable.

Exposed to whole body vibration while operating cranes.

Work in extremely bright or very dim lighting conditions.

Work inside enclosed equipment.

Shift/Hours Expectations

Mon – Fri (weekends when needed)

50 - 60 hours/week

Additional Notes:

Job responsibilities include but are not limited to what is listed in this document. Duties may entail other projects or functions required by management on an as needed basis.

Full-time