Crane Operator (1st shift)

Olympic Steel; Milford (CT); On-site; USD 24,796 - 35,817; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) match

Tuition reimbursement

Bonus opportunities

Job summary

Olympic Steel in Milford, CT seeks a Crane Operator to safely transfer materials in the warehouse and inspect equipment daily for safe conditions. The role requires knowledge of crane capabilities and attachments, plus a focus on safety and quality.

Responsibilities include operating banding equipment, packaging materials, and tow-motor operation, with a need for basic math skills and familiarity with general computer programs.

Qualifications

• Requires 1 year of related field experience.
• Forklift experience is required.
• Candidate should be mechanically inclined, production oriented, and safety and quality conscious.
• Basic math skills and a working knowledge of crane operation and lifting devices are preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Operate cranes and lifting devices safely and efficiently.
• Perform daily inspections of work area, machines and equipment for safe conditions.
• Operate banding equipment, packaging materials and tow-motor as needed.

Skills

Basic math

Crane operation knowledge

Safety consciousness

Mechanically inclined

Tools

Forklift experience

General computer programs

Job description

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, a general knowledge of crane operation and ancillary lifting devices and a working knowledge of general computer programs are strongly preferred.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.

Benefits

Olympic Steel offers comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision benefits; paid holidays and vacation; a 401(k) match; tuition reimbursement; and various opportunities to earn cash bonuses. And, 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. See for yourself at IamOlympicSteel.com

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