Crane Operator (2nd Shift)

Olympic Steel; Pleasant Valley Township (IA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Paid holidays

401(k) match

Tuition reimbursement

Cash bonuses

Job summary

Olympic Steel is seeking a Crane Operator in Pleasant Valley Township, Iowa, responsible for safely transferring materials in the warehouse. Candidates should have at least one year of experience, forklift experience, and be familiar with crane operations and safety protocols.

Benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) match, tuition reimbursement, and opportunities for cash bonuses. Join Olympic Steel to build a meaningful career and impact the community.

Qualifications

• 1 year experience in the related field.
• Basic math skills are required.
• General knowledge of crane operation and ancillary lifting devices.

Responsibilities

• Inspect the work area and machines daily for safe working conditions.
• Operate cranes for material transfer in the warehouse.
• Perform banding, packaging, and tow-motor operation.

Skills

Forklift experience

Mechanical inclination

Production orientation

Safety consciousness

Tools

Micrometer

Calipers

Measuring tape

Job description

About Olympic Steel

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.

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; 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.

Equal Opportunity Employer. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.