Shipping Crane Operator — 12-Hour Rotating Schedule

Gerdau; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision

100% Matching 401K up to 6%

Tuition Reimbursement

Career Path System and Training

Safety-focused culture

Job summary

Gerdau in Charlotte, NC is seeking a Shipping Crane Operator on a Dupont schedule to load, unload, and move metal stock using an overhead electric bridge crane and forklift. Starting hourly pay and benefits are highlighted, with opportunities for training and advancement.

You will operate cranes safely, perform routine checks, and cooperate with stock hitchers and checkers to optimize material flow. High school diploma and crane/forklift experience preferred; willingness to learn and adapt is

Qualifications

• Willingness to learn new roles and grow with the company.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1-3 years of industrial/manufacturing experience operating an overhead crane and forklift.
• Ability to work a 12-hour rotating schedule (Dupont).
• Basic computer skills.
• Basic math skills and ability to multi-task.

Responsibilities

• Operate overhead electric bridge crane with hoist and cab to lift, move and place metal stock.
• Load/unload material from trucks and railcars with guidance from ship checker/loader.
• Perform routine crane maintenance checks and report equipment issues.
• Ensure safe loading practices and monitor load distribution per DOT limits.
• Coordinate with stock hitcher and checker loader to locate and transport stock.
• Operate forklift/trackmobile as needed and assist with stocking/dunnage tasks.

Skills

Overhead crane operation

Forklift operation

Basic math skills

Detail oriented

Basic computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Gerdau in Charlotte, NC is seeking a Shipping Crane Operator on a Dupont schedule to load, unload, and move metal stock using an overhead electric bridge crane and forklift. Starting hourly pay and benefits are highlighted, with opportunities for training and advancement.

You will operate cranes safely, perform routine checks, and cooperate with stock hitchers and checkers to optimize material flow. High school diploma and crane/forklift experience preferred; willingness to learn and adapt is