Overhead Crane Operator/Loader - 2nd Shift

Kloeckner Metals - Americas; Huger (SC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Health insurance - Medical/Prescrip/DT

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Wellness Stipend

Paid Life insurance

Disability Insurance

Adoption Assistance (Financial)

Adoption & Fertility Navigation

Job summary

Kloeckner Metals - Americas is seeking a Crane Operator/Loader for our South Carolina facility. This role supports shipping, receiving and warehouse operations on the 2nd shift (2:30 p.m. – 12:00 a.m.), with overtime as needed.

Responsibilities include operating overhead cranes and forklifts, loading and unloading shipments, ensuring accurate paperwork, and maintaining safety and quality standards. DOT regulations awareness is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of overhead crane operation experience.
• Valid overhead crane certification required.
• High School diploma or GED, or 1–3 months related experience.
• Knowledge of DOT regulations regarding load weight.
• Follow safety protocols and operational procedures.
• Reliable with a strong work ethic.
• Willingness to learn and train others.
• Ability to pass a physical exam (vision, hearing, mobility).
• Demonstrated reliable work history.
• Detail-oriented with a focus on precision and quality.

Responsibilities

• Crane and forklift operation: Safely operate overhead cranes and forklifts.
• Product knowledge: Understand products, color coding, customer specs and read measuring devices.
• Shipping and Receiving: Unload inbound stock and load outbound shipments, complete paperwork.
• Loading procedures: Safely load trucks with correct chaining and tarping.
• Additional duties: Support warehouse operations as assigned.

Skills

Crane operation

Forklift operation

DOT regulations knowledge

Attention to detail

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

The Crane Operator/Loader is responsible for handling materials as related to the shipping and receiving of inventory and customer orders. This position reports directly to the Operations Manager.

• 2nd Shift Hours: 2:30 p.m. - 12:00 a.m., with availability to work overtime as needed.

Summary Of Essential Job Functions/Responsibilities

• Crane and Forklift Operation: Safely operate overhead cranes and forklifts
• Product Knowledge: Understand the products handled, including color coding and customer specifications; read and interpret all measuring devices
• Shipping and Receiving: Unload and receive inbound stock shipments and load outbound shipments, ensuring all necessary paperwork is completed
• Loading Procedures: Safely load trucks, including proper chaining and tarping of trailers
• Additional Duties: Perform other duties as assigned to support warehouse operations

Qualifications

• Experience: Minimum of 2 years of experience operating overhead cranes in an industrial or distribution environment
• Certification: Valid certification to operate overhead cranes is required
• Education: High School diploma or GED; or 1-3 months of related experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Regulations Knowledge: Understanding of DOT regulations regarding load weight
• Safety and Procedures: Ability to follow safety protocols and operational procedures
• Dependability: Reliable with a strong work ethic
• Learning and Training: Willingness to learn new skills and train others
• Physical Examination: Ability to pass a physical examination for vision, hearing, and mobility
• Reliability: Demonstrated reliable work history
• Attention to Detail: Must be detail-oriented with a strong focus on precision and quality in all tasks

Benefits

• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Health insurance - Medical/Prescription Drug/Dental Vision
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Wellness Stipend
• Paid Life insurance
• Paid Short / Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Adoption Assistance (Financial)
• Adoption & Fertility Navigation Support
• Referral Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Discount
• Tuition reimbursement