Crane Operator

Farwest Steel Corporation; Eugene (OR); On-site; USD 26,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K with up to 3.5% match

Safety bonus up to $0.60/hour

Job summary

Farwest Steel Corporation is seeking a Crane Operator – Bay 5 for our Warehouse operations in the Western United States. The role supports material movement, loading/unloading, and stock management on the shop floor with safety-driven procedures.

The successful candidate will operate an overhead crane, assist machine operators, and ensure timely workflow through the shop. We offer a swing shift schedule and a wage range based on experience, with opportunities for career development and benefits.

Qualifications

• Basic understanding of warehouse functions and equipment operation.
• Effective communication skills in English, both oral and written.
• Team-oriented with respect and tact toward colleagues and customers.

Responsibilities

• Operate overhead crane to load or unload railcars, trailers, customer vehicles, etc.
• Assisting machine operators, preparing parts for packaging and delivery per customer requirements transport
• Pull and fill orders using crane, or by hand for smaller products.
• Efficiently move material from trucks and railcars, restocking racks utilizing Farwest procedures and equipment to protect personal and material quality.
• Tracking material and numbers for certification. Material will be rotated and kept accessible.
• Keep bay organized and ensure that all aisles are debris free and clear of obstructions.
• Required maintenance and safety duties that include attending safety and production meetings and constant monitoring of tools and equipment that insure safe operation and minimal down time.
• Assisting will call customers by filling and loading their material in a professional manner.
• will operate forklift occasionally and move trailers around the yard.
• Assisting sales staff with warehouse and inventory questions and issues.

Skills

Warehouse knowledge

English communication

Job description

Hello prospective employee, we appreciate you taking the time to learn about Farwest and this Warehouse Operations position!

About Farwest

Farwest Steel Corporation has been the preeminent metal solutions choice within the greater Western United States since 1956. Farwest’s products and services offer customers the ability to consolidate many suppliers into one effective solution. We have over 600 employees in 7 Western States.

As a company, Farwest strives to offer our employees a safe, innovative, creative, fun, diverse and team-based atmosphere that supports our vision: to be the preeminent metal solutions provider in the Western United States. Our goal is to create a performance-based culture staffed with highly motivated and satisfied employees. We are a full line steel service center with product line distribution, flame, plasma, and laser processing, welding, forming, rolling, and reinforcing steel capabilities.

Benefits

• Benefits include: Medical, Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Program, Life Insurance and Disability, a 401K with up to a 3.5% match
• Safety bonus of up to $0.60 an hour paid quarterly based on branch safety goals
• Career development opportunities
• Paid vacation, sick and holidays

About This Position

Job Type: Full Time, Onsite

Schedule: Swing Shift (3:30pm to 12:00am), Monday - Friday

Wage: $19.00 - $29.25, depending on experience

Farwest Steel’s Operations Department seeks a knowledgeable and dependable individual to join their team as Crane Operator – Bay 5. In this role, you will operate the crane to support the metal processing equipment, move, unload, load, and store materials in warehouse while following all safety policies and procedures. This position is very important in making sure that the workflows through the shop at a steady and timely pace.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate overhead crane to load or unload railcars, trailers, customer’s vehicles, etc.
• Assisting machine operators, preparing parts for packaging and delivery per customer requirements transport
• Pull and fill orders using crane, or by hand for smaller products.
• Efficiently move material from trucks and railcars, restocking racks utilizing Farwest procedures and equipment to protect personal and material quality.
• Tracking material and numbers for certification. Material will be rotated and kept accessible.
• Keep bay organized and ensure that all aisles are debris free and clear of obstructions.
• Required maintenance and safety duties that include attending safety and production meetings and constant monitoring of tools and equipment that insure safe operation and minimal down time.
• Assisting will call customers by filling and loading their material in a professional manner.
• will operate forklift occasionally and move trailers around the yard.
• Assisting sales staff with warehouse and inventory questions and issues.

Qualifications

• Basic understanding of warehouse functions and equipment operation.
• Ability to communicate effectively, orally and writing in English.
• Ability to work in a team environment with others in our company and treat our employees and customers with respect, courtesy and tact
• Ability to work in a team environment with others in our company and treat our employees and customers with respect, courtesy and tact

Farwest is an Equal Opportunity Employer & Drug Free Workplace.

Join a growing, dynamic company with operations across the western US! Learn more at www.farweststeel.com/career

As a condition of employment, all applicants are required to pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check. Farwest adheres to federal regulations in regard to drug-testing, which includes THC. Pre-employment drug screen and background check must be completed, post offer of employment. Farwest participates in E-Verify and we confirm each candidate’s eligibility to legally work in the US.

Work Opportunity Tax Credit

Farwest Steel Corporation & Affiliates participate in the Work Opportunity Tax Credit program. ADP Tax Credits administers this program on our behalf. It is vital that you follow the steps listed below in order for the tax credits to be processed. We appreciate your cooperation.

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