Crane & Shipping Operator - Steel Plate

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

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.