Crane Operator

Aerotek; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 32,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Health care

401(k) match

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking a Crane Operator for our Cleveland, OH client in a heavy industrial forging environment. The role requires operating cranes/overhead and safely moving steel bundles, with potential 2nd/3rd shift overtime.

You must have 1+ year of manufacturing experience, be able to lift 50 lbs, and follow strict safety rules. This is a contract-to-hire onsite position with weekly pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• 1+ years experience in a manufacturing environment.
• 1+ years experience operating cranes/overhead.
• Ability to consistently lift 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Safely remove steel bundles from incoming trucks and place them in designated storage bins.
• Transport steel bundles between storage bins and shear machines.
• Verify each bundle's tags for part number, heat code, customer name, and weight.
• Report any safety concerns or discrepancies immediately.
• Safely dispose of slug buckets from shears in appropriate receptacles.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Crane/overhead operation

Lift 50 lbs

Job description

Job Title: Crane Operator

Job Description

Responsibilities

• Safely remove steel bundles from incoming trucks and place them in designated storage bins.
• Transport steel bundles between storage bins and shear machines.
• Verify each bundle's tags for part number, heat code, customer name, and weight.
• Report any safety concerns or discrepancies immediately.
• Safely dispose of slug buckets from shears in appropriate receptacles.
• Place full racks from conveyor lines in designated areas.
• Verify heat codes to maintain integrity.
• Remove Upsetter tooling from die carts and place them appropriately.
• Scrap excess tags during heat changes, length changes, or job changes.
• Collaborate with the helper on required duties.
• Ensure bundle color codes face the walkway.
• Clean work area, machines, tools, and equipment.
• Follow all safety and plant rules and regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Essential Skills

• 1+ years experience in a manufacturing environment.
• 1+ years experience operating cranes/overhead.
• Ability to consistently lift 50 lbs.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Proficiency in forklift operation, tow motor, and steel manufacturing.
• Experience with machine operating, inspection, and troubleshooting.
• Knowledge of gages, calipers, micrometers, and blueprint reading.
• Experience in machine setup, press brake, fabrication, and general labor.

Why Work Here?

Join a company with over a century of history in the automotive industry, offering opportunities for growth and advancement in a union environment. Enjoy benefits starting from day one, including health care, a 401k match up to 4%, and competitive compensation.

Work Environment

This position is within a heavy industrial forging environment, which is not temperature controlled. Candidates must be open to all shifts, with potential additional compensation for 2nd and 3rd shifts. Overtime is available for work exceeding 8 hours. The work involves operating in a unionized setting, providing stability and opportunities for advancement.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Cleveland, OH.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $23.11 - $25.10/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Cleveland,OH.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 17, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.