Crane Operator

Olympic Steel Inc.; Pleasant Valley Township (IA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Paid holidays

401(k) with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discount programs

Referral program

Job summary

Olympic Steel is seeking a Crane Operator to safely transfer materials in the warehouse. The role requires understanding crane capabilities, ensuring daily safety inspections, and operating banding equipment and a tow-m motor.

Candidates should be mechanically inclined, with forklift experience, basic math skills, and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds. Olympic Steel emphasizes safety, quality, and community, offering comprehensive benefits and opportunities at a growing organization.

Qualifications

• 1 year experience in the related field.
• Previous forklift experience required.
• Mechanically inclined, production oriented, and safety and quality conscious.
• Basic math skills required.
• Micrometer, Calipers, and Measuring tape strongly preferred.
• General knowledge of crane operation and ancillary lifting devices
• Knowledge of general computer programs are strongly preferred.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• The Crane Operator is responsible for safe, efficient transfer of materials in the warehouse.
• Inspect the work area and machines daily for safe working conditions.
• Operate banding equipment and packaging materials as needed.
• Tow-motor operation may be required.

Skills

1 year experience

Crane operation

Forklift experience

Mechanical inclined

Basic math

Measuring tools

Computer skills

Tools

Micrometer

Calipers

Measuring tape

Job description

Since 1954, Olympic Steel has been focused on safe, profitable, and sustainable growth through the direct sale of a wide range of processed metal products and several metal‑intensive branded products. Guided by our Core Values, we put safety first – always, and we believe in cultivating an inclusive workplace where employee belonging, and empowerment are foundational to everything we do. Olympic Steel offers employees the best of both worlds: the culture and community of a closely connected team with the resources, opportunity and stability of a large, growing organization. Learn more about Olympic Steel at iamolympicsteel.com.

Job Description

The Crane Operator is responsible for safe efficient transfer of materials in the warehouse. Candidate must possess knowledge and skills of the capabilities, limitations and mechanical state of cranes, lifting devices and attachments. The person in this position is required to inspect the work area and machines and equipment daily for safe working conditions. Must be safety and quality conscious. Other duties: operating banding equipment, packaging material and tow‑motor operation.

Qualifications

• Qualified candidates must have 1 year experience in the related field.
• Previous forklift experience is required.
• Qualified candidates must be mechanically inclined, production oriented, and safety and quality conscious.
• Basic math skills are required.
• Use of Micrometer, Calipers, and Measuring tape strongly preferred.
• General knowledge of crane operation and ancillary lifting devices
• Knowledge of general computer programs are strongly preferred.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.

Why Work for Olympic Steel

Olympic Steel offers comprehensive benefits, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Paid holidays and vacation
• 401(k) with employer match
• Tuition reimbursement & Employee Discount Programs
• Referral program

We offer more than a competitive total compensation package. We provide our employees the ability to build a meaningful life‑long career. When you work at Olympic Steel, you can make a significant impact – at our company, in the local community and in the world. For a comprehensive view of our benefits visit Steelperks.com.

Equal Opportunity Employer
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