Hot Mill Crane Operator: Precise Plate Handling

North American Stainless; Ghent (KY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

North American Stainless in Ghent, KY seeks a Crane Operator to support plate-line operations, ensuring crane functions, safety adherence, and quality compliance. The job requires attention to detail, basic computer skills and reliable communication with supervisors and teammates.

The successful candidate will learn to inspect plates, log processing data, and operate the vacuum crane, while following all safety rules and housekeeping practices in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Min. high school diploma or GED.
• Basic computer skills.
• Strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate vacuum crane to remove plates and perform crane operations as directed.
• Visually inspect plates for proper chemical pickling and identify potential defects.
• Record plate dimensions (width, length, thickness) and weight; log in tracking sheet.
• Attach barcode tags and verify stencil IDs on each plate.
• Follow safety rules and maintain clean, organized work areas; support packaging as needed.
• Assist with other tasks as assigned by Lead or Supervisor.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Strong communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

North American Stainless in Ghent, KY seeks a Crane Operator to support plate-line operations, ensuring crane functions, safety adherence, and quality compliance. The job requires attention to detail, basic computer skills and reliable communication with supervisors and teammates.

The successful candidate will learn to inspect plates, log processing data, and operate the vacuum crane, while following all safety rules and housekeeping practices in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.