Crane Operator - Night Shift

Steel Technologies; Ghent (KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision after 60 +

401(k) after 60 days of employment

Paid Time Off after 90 days

Paid Holidays from day one

Tuition assistance for job-related ed.

Life Insurance

Career Advancement Opportunities

Tuition assistance up to 100%

Job summary

Steel Technologies in Ghent, KY is seeking a Night Shift Crane Operator to safely operate an overhead crane and move materials, equipment and products in our production environment. You will perform daily crane inspections, document findings, and ensure loads meet customer standards.

This role requires experience with overhead cranes, familiarity with crane operation protocols, and the ability to use measurement tools like a tape measure and micrometer.

Qualifications

• Experience operating an overhead crane or similar lifting equipment.
• Knowledge of crane operation protocols and safety procedures.
• Ability to use measurement tools such as a tape measure and a micrometer.
• Capability to lift up to 75 pounds on a regular basis.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily crane inspection and documentation.
• Operate overhead crane & forklift to transport materials to and from storage areas, workstations, load and unload trucks, and within areas of assignment.
• Locate material based on production information.
• Pull material from storage, ensure accuracy and transfer to machine storage area or to equipment as needed.
• Move material from machines to packaging and scales.
• Remove and replace slitter heads and scrap hoppers.
• Maintain up-to-date crane & forklift training.
• Communicate safety concerns and quality problems to supervisor and/or shift lead.

Skills

Overhead crane operation

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Material handling

Education

No formal degree required

Tools

Tape measure

Micrometer

Job description

As a Night Shift Crane Operator at Steel Technologies, your main responsibility is to operate a crane to lift and move materials, equipment and/or products. Your detail and attentiveness are critical to regular equipment inspection and the ability to detect defects, secure cargo and load material according to customer standards.

How you’ll contribute to our company:

• Perform daily crane inspection and documentation
• Operate overhead crane & forklift to transport materials to and from storage areas, workstations, load and unload trucks, and within areas of assignment
• Locate material based on production information
• Pull material from storage, ensure accuracy and transfer to machine storage area or to equipment as needed
• Move material from machines to packaging and scales
• Remove and replace slitter heads and scrap hoppers
• Maintain up-to-date crane & forklift training
• Communicate safety concerns and quality problems to supervisor and/or shift lead

Here’s what we can offer:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision after 60 days of employment
• Competitive Wellness Program, providing up to 100% discount on medical premiums
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Supplemental Accident Insurance through Allstate for additional coverage on accidents + cancer
• Employer-Paid Life Insurance
• 401(k) after 60 days of employment + competitive match after one year
• Paid Time Off starting after 90 days of employment
• Paid Holidays starting day one!
• Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account
• Great discount programs in automotive, technology, and more
• Boot and Glasses Allowance after 60 days of employment
• Free uniforms after 60 days of employment
• Monthly Incentive Bonus after one full month of employment
• Education Assistance is available for job related courses to further your education, with up to 100% paid tuition for maintenance-related coursework and certifications
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Teammate Assistance Program (TAP) which offers professional assistance for Counseling, Financial, Legal, and Family services

Here’s what is needed to be successful:

• Experience operating an overhead crane
• Knowledge of current crane operation protocol
• Ability to use tape measure, micrometer
• Ability to regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds

Steel Technologies is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to any classification protected by federal, state and/or local law.