Crane Operator 1

Reliance, Inc.; Wallingford, Northern (CT, KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Reliance, Inc. in Wallingford, CT is hiring a Crane Operator to load, unload, and move inventory to and from trailers, rail cars, barges, or the warehouse floor using overhead cranes or other equipment.

The role is for 2nd or 3rd shift, and requires standing for long periods, plus strong verbal and written communication to document inventory changes and follow work orders safely and accurately. You will work with teams to maintain safety and efficiency on the warehouse floor.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1-2 years industrial materials handling.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to stand for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Document and report inventory location changes according to procedures.
• Assemble customer orders according to work orders and procedures.
• Document, tag and paint inventory received per procedures.
• Record material information on work orders or forms as required by local procedure.
• Support special projects as directed by management.
• Perform other warehouse or processing tasks as needed to cover absences or backlogs.
• Adhere to all safety policies to maintain a safe workplace.
• Conduct daily pre-operational inspections and report defects or maintenance needs.
• Identify hazards and unsafe conditions and notify supervision.
• Maintain professional communication with other operators and departments to complete tasks.

Skills

Industrial materials handling

Verbal and written communication

Stand for long periods

Job description

Job Summary

***HIRING FOR 2ND AND 3RD SHIFT*** The Crane Operator is responsible for loading, unloading, and moving inventory to and from trailers, rail cars, barges, or the warehouse floor using overhead cranes or other material handling equipment, in accordance with work orders and supervisory direction.

Physical Requirements

Stand or Sit (Stationary position), Walk (Move, Traverse), Use hand/fingers to handle or feel (Operate, Activate, Use, Prepare, Inspect, Place, Detect, Position), Climb (stairs/ladders) or balance (Ascend/Descend, Work atop, Traverse), Stoop, kneel, crouch, or Crawl (Position self(to), Move), Talk/hear (Communicate, Detect, Converse with, Discern, Convey, Express oneself, Exchange information), See (Detect, Determine, Perceive, Identify, Recognize, Judge, Observe, Inspect, Estimate, Assess), Pushing or Pulling, Reaching, Repetitive Motion

Function in the Job

Medium work – Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Job Function

• Document and report inventory location changes according to specified procedures.
• Assemble customer orders according to work orders and procedures.
• Document, tag & paint inventory received according to specified procedures.
• Record pertinent material information on to work orders or other forms as specified by local procedure.
• Special projects as specified by management.
• Performance of other Warehouse or Processing / Maintenance Department tasks as required by the absence of a department member or due to the existence of a backlog of work.
• Adhere to all company safety policies & procedures to ensure a safe working environment.
• Perform daily pre-operational inspections to ensure equipment is in safe working condition; report and communicate any defects, concerns or maintenance needs.
• Recognize and report potential hazards or unsafe conditions in the work area to supervision.
• Maintain professional communication with other operators, supervisors, & departments as necessary to complete assigned tasks.

Required Skills

• Minimum 1-2 years industrial materials handling.
• Must have effective verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to read and write.
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time.

EEO Statement

Reliance, Inc. IS A DRUG-FREE WORK ENVIRONMENT EEO/DISABILITY/VETERAN