Crane Operator

Charter Manufacturing; Niles (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid time off (PTO)

Life insurance

Job summary

Charter Manufacturing is seeking a Scrap Crane Operator to support yard operations in Niles, OH. You will sort scrap materials, load trucks and balers, and operate E-crane or crawler crane to ensure smooth material flow.

The role requires 2+ years of crane experience, knowledge of scrap types, and strong math, communication, and problem-solving skills. A high school diploma or GED is required, with GEDWorks optional to support education.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience operating mobile or crawler cranes (Liebherr, Sennebogen, or Link-Belt).
• Knowledge of scrap metal types and grading.
• Strong self-motivation and ability to work independently.
• Basic math, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Sort scrap materials by type and quality.
• Operate E-crane or crawler crane to load trucks, railcars, and balers.
• Move crane equipment throughout the yard as needed.
• Maintain material flow by cleaning out scrap spreads.
• Follow all safety procedures and contribute to a team-focused environment.
• Support continuous improvement efforts across yard operations.

Skills

Crane operation

Load handling

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

E-crane

Crawler crane

Job description

Charter Manufacturing is a fourth-generation family-owned business where our will to grow drives us to do it better.

Join the team and become part of our family!

Scrap Crane Operator

Join our team as a Scrap Crane Operator and play a key role in keeping yard operations running efficiently.

In this position, you will be responsible for sorting scrap materials, loading trucks and balers, and operating E-crane or crawler crane equipment to ensure smooth material flow across the yard.

Schedule Monday – Friday: 5:00 AM – 4:00 PMSaturday: 5:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Location 700 S Main St, Niles, OH

What You’ll Bring (Required)

• 2 plus year's experience operating mobile or crawler cranes (Liebherr, Sennebogen or Link-Belt)
• Knowledge of scrap metal types and grading
• Strong self-motivation and ability to work independently
• Basic math, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Team-oriented mindset with a willingness to support others
• Ability to follow and communicate instructions clearly
• Ability to meet physical requirements (with or without reasonable accommodation)
• High School Diploma or GED

No GED? We offer a fully paid GEDWorks program to support your education.

What You’ll Do

• Sort scrap materials by type and quality
• Operate E-crane or crawler crane to load trucks, railcars, and balers
• Move crane equipment throughout the yard as needed
• Maintain material flow by cleaning out scrap spreads
• Follow all safety procedures and contribute to a team-focused environment
• Support continuous improvement efforts across yard operations

Physical Requirements

• Constant sitting
• Occasional pushing and pulling
• Minimal standing, walking, climbing, balancing, and reaching
• Must be able to meet the physical demands outlined in the Job Analysis Database #appcast250

We offer comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits, along with a 401(k) plan that includes employer matching and profit sharing.

Additionally, we offer company-paid life insurance, disability coverage, and paid time off (PTO).

OUR STORY

Charter Manufacturing is a family-owned group of diversified metals manufacturing businesses founded in 1936 and headquartered in Mequon, Wis.

Our will to grow drives our success.

It is fueled by a team of respected and dedicated employees committed to continuous improvement and an entrepreneurial spirit that thrives within the Charter family.

WE ARE INVESTED IN YOU

When you work at Charter Manufacturing you’re part of a four-generation family business. That means, you’re not just an employee, you’re one of our family members.

We believe in mutual trust.

Employees are respected and empowered to explore new and better ways to impact the success of the company.

Employees, at every level, are valued for their motivation to deliver the best products and service.

We are in this together.

Charter has a thriving team environment. Part of being a family means we collaborate, learn, thrive and benefit – together.

We are committed to your future.

The forward thinking and enthusiasm from our team drives us to create resources and opportunities for employees to learn, develop and create their own future.

We celebrate you.

We are successful because of our employees — and their great work doesn’t go unnoticed.

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