Crane Operator - Shipping

Oregon Steel Mills LLC; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) with match

Paid vacation

Job summary

Oregon Steel Mills LLC is seeking a Shipping Operator to assist with movement, storage and shipment of steel plate. You will coordinate crane activity, prepare railcars and trailers, and keep precise records in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires safety focus, the ability to work long shifts, and readiness to learn. Benefits begin on day one, including medical/vision/dental coverage, a 401(k) with match, vacation, holidays and retirement savings options.

Qualifications

• Must work safely in a heavy manufacturing environment.
• Able to work up to 12 hours per day, on any shift, any day of the week – including mandatory weekends, holidays and/or overtime.
• Flexible and willing to learn and accept changes in job duties.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong planning and organizational skills to meet department schedules and deadlines.
• Competent math skills, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division and accurate number identification.
• Be able to cross-train in other positions within the shipping department.
• Eligible to work in the USA.
• 6-12 months experience in an industrial environment, preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine equipment inspections accurately according to department guidelines.
• Implement daily plans for floor organization based on department schedules and deadlines.
• Receive hot rolled steel plate off the mill and assist crane operators in transporting to floor laydowns.
• Direct activities of crane operators in storage and shipment of plate.
• Set-up railcars and trailers in preparation for loading of steel plate for shipments.
• Keep accurate and legible records.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Maintain knowledge of plate storage, movement and all related documentation.
• Utilize lean skills to drive for continuous improvement.

Skills

Safety awareness

Heat tolerance

Long shifts

Flexibility

Communication skills

Teamwork

Numerical skills

Cross-training

Ergonomics evaluation

Industrial experience

Job description

At Oregon Steel Mills LLC, our strength starts with our people! As a team we collaborate to solve problems, contribute ideas and challenge each other to ensure growth and ultimately success for the business and our employees. The starting wage for this position is $29.50/hour with monthly incentive bonus opportunities. Our amazing benefits package starts on your very first day and includes low cost family medical, dental, and vision coverage, flexible spending and health savings accounts, paid vacation and paid holidays, a 401k plan with a 5% employer match, and an additional employer funded retirement savings account. This position supports daily operations within the Shipping department by assisting with the movement, storage, and shipment of steel plate while coordinating closely with crane operators and other team members. In this role, you will help organize floor operations, direct crane activity for plate storage and shipment, and assist with preparing railcars and trailers for loading while maintaining a clean and safe work environment.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform routine equipment inspections accurately according to department guidelines
• Implement daily plans for floor organization based on department schedules and deadlines
• Receive hot rolled steel plate off the mill and assist crane operators in transporting to floor laydowns
• Direct activities of crane operators in storage and shipment of plate
• Set-up railcars and trailers in preparation for loading of steel plate for shipments
• Keep accurate and legible records
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment
• Maintain knowledge of plate storage, movement and all related documentation
• Utilize lean skills to drive for continuous improvement

REQUIREMENTS

• Must work safely in a heavy manufacturing environment
• Ability to work in an environment subject to fluctuations in heat, humidity, fumes, odors, dust and noise
• Capable of working up to 12 hours per day, on any shift, any day of the week – including mandatory weekends, holidays and/or overtime
• Flexible and willing to learn and accept changes in job duties
• Ability to learn, retain and apply new knowledge
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Strong planning and organizational skills to meet department schedules and deadlines
• Competent math skills, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division and accurate number identification
• Be able to cross-train in other positions within the shipping department
• Successful completion of ergonomics evaluation of physical requirements of position (frequent walking, standing, stooping and periodic heavy lifting up to 50lbs.)
• 6-12 months experience in an industrial environment, preferred

Our total compensation package includes amazing benefits! Competitive wages and bonus opportunities Family medical, dental, and prescription coverage at minimal employee cost Short and long term disability programs Competitive retirement plans Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts Employer-provided and Voluntary Life Insurance options Paid vacation and recognized statutory holidays Apprenticeship and career advancement within the company Tuition reimbursement Wellness program All applicants must be eligible to work in the USA.

While we thank all those who apply, only those being actively considered for employment will be contacted.

Equal Opportunity Employer Orion Steel Group LLC is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status. Orion Steel Group LLC is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please e-mail [e-mail] or call: [phone]. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis. Orion Steel Group LLC is a leading producer of engineered steel products for rail, energy and industrial end markets with a legacy of operational success in the United States and Canada. We recycle nearly 1 million tons of scrap metal a year making steel to produce the materials vital to energy exploration, recovery and transmission, central to the movement of goods and people, and critical to building North America’s industrial infrastructure. From railroads to green energy, our engineered steel products strengthen our economy. Our team members come from diverse backgrounds, but all share a common set of core values. They work together to solve problems, contribute ideas and develop leading-edge products and processes that ensure success for our customers and our business. Strength in steel, strength in people.