Kettle Crane Operator

Crest Industries; Convent (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Millennium Galvanizing is seeking a Kettle Crane Operator I to operate overhead cranes (Demag 5/10 ton) and process galvanized steel with safety and precision. You will monitor loads, inspect equipment, and work to maintain high-quality finishes across galvanized products.

The role requires experience with overhead cranes, a strong safety record, and reliable attendance in a busy galvanizing facility. Overtime may be required to meet production demands.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Shows advanced capabilities in operating overhead crane equipment.
• One year of experience operating overhead cranes in a galvanizing facility or equivalent outside experience is preferred.
• Holds an excellent safety record.
• Strong work ethic; goes beyond in all aspects of the job.
• Motivates fellow employees and promotes company goals.
• Shows ability to train individuals in Kettle Crane Operator I and Kettle Crane Operator II positions.
• Regular, reliable attendance is required.

Responsibilities

• Operate overhead bridge crane (Demag 5/10 ton) to lift and move steel products.
• Monitor load hookup and ensure load safety.
• Inspect and monitor cranes and chains; check thickness with gauges.
• Control crane speed and direction via pedals and switches.
• Keep cranes clean and maintained; report defects.
• Inspect materials for rust, damage, bends, or missing welds.
• Wear PPE and follow safety regulations.
• Maintain a safe, productive work environment.

Skills

Customer Focus

Drives Results

Collaborates

Communicates Effectively

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Come join our team at Millennium Galvanizing!

Millennium Galvanizing is a proud member of the American Galvanizing Association. We operate with a lead free kettle using special High Grade Zinc that is supported by the most technologically advanced equipment in our industry.

Millennium Galvanizing can also perform painting, metalizing and paint over bare blasted steel as well as paint over galvanized steel for sensitive areas of installation that require an aesthetically pleasing coating application.

The Kettle Crane Operator I operates the overhead bridge crane (Demag 5 ton / 10 ton) in a safe and effective manner to ensure high quality finished product is produced. This position operates the overhead bridge crane once the steel has been dipped in the zinc. The Kettle Crane Operator I will take the dipped steel and lower it in the water tank to complete the galvanizing process. They will then scrape and wipe any drips of excess zinc off the steel to ensure a neat finish.

COMPETENCIES

• Customer Focus
• Drives Results
• Collaborates
• Communicates Effectively

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operates overhead bridge crane (Demag 5/10 ton) in a safe and effective manner: lifts and moves heavy structural steel, steel poles, and other products in various directions
• Observes load hookup and determines safety of load
• Monitors steel products in the process tanks and zinc baths.
• Inspects hooks and chains and uses gauges to check thickness of the crane setup
• Manipulates crane controls to regulate speed and direction of the overhead crane using pedals, levers, dials, and switches
• Operates and maneuvers the equipment in a safe and proper manner
• Performs paddling functions to enhance the quality level of galvanized products.
• Cleans and maintains cranes and hoisting mechanisms.
• Inspects cranes for defective parts parts and notifies Supervisor of defects and / or malfunctions of the machinery.
• Inspects and reports materials that are rusted covered, damaged, bent, missing welds, or improperly vented.
• Wear required personals protective equipment and follow Millennium Galvanizing's safety regulations.
• Maintains a safe and productive working environment.

REQUIREMENTS

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Shows advanced capabilities in operating overhead crane equipment
• One year of experience operating overhead cranes in a galvanizing facility or equivalent outside experience is preferred
• Holds an excellent safety record
• Strong work ethic; goes beyond in all aspects of the jobli>
• Motivates fellow employees and promotes company goals
• Shows ability to train individuals in Kettle Crane Operator I and Kettle Crane Operator II positions.
• Regular, reliable attendance is required

Referral Level: Trades and Skilled LevelNot eligible for Enhanced ReferralNot eligible for External Referral

WORKING CONDITIONS

• The Kettle Crane Operator may be required to work overtime as needed
• Lifting Requirements:
  • The Kettle Crane Operator will be required to lift, slide, push, pull, or otherwise manipulate up to 50 pounds by hand
  • Any objects or materials over this weight limit will require manipulation by crane, forklift or other device
• Work Postures*:
  • Bending
  • Crouching
  • Driving
  • Hearing
  • Kneeling
  • Reaching out
  • Reaching above shoulder
  • Reaching below shoulder
  • Seeing
  • Sitting
  • Standing
  • Twisting
  • Walking
• Environmental Requirements*:
  • Exposure to dust / smoke
  • Exposure to chemicals
  • Works in hot / cold temperatures
  • Works inside
  • Works outside
  • Exposure to noise
  • Stands on concrete
  • Vibration
  • Works with others
  • Works alone
  • Works with moving machinery
  • Exposure to arc flash
• Dexterity Requirements *:
  • Eye / hand coordination
  • Feet (foot pedals)
  • Fingers (picking, pinching, etc.)
  • Handling (holding, grasping)
  • Wrist motion (repetitive flexion, rotation)
  • (Required more than thirty-four percent of the time)

Millennium Galvanizing is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information.

Millennium Galvanizing is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request information regarding reasonable accommodation, contact your Human Resource Business Partner.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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