Crane Operator

Overview

The Crane Operator is responsible for operating an overhead crane to lift, move, position, and reposition loads. The Operator controls crane functions by depressing buttons as well as manipulating levers. The Operator will be required safely move the steel around in way that is needed to support warehouse operations such as loading and unloading trucks, saws and other equipment. The crane operator is to always have full control of the equipment and the load that it is carrying in a professional, safe manner and will maximize productivity by planning moves to be the most efficient.

Responsibilities

• Operate overhead crane.
• Perform daily safety check of equipment.
• Obey all safety rules.
• Operate crane to load and unload material off trucks.
• All material to be put away in the correct locations.
• Operate crane to move material in the warehouse.
• Operate crane to load and unload processing equipment.
• Ensure all equipment has an order staged and is never sitting idle.
• Work with supervisors to steam line the workflow.
• Housekeeping : General clean-up of warehouse and work area.
• Participate in continuous improvement and monthly safety meetings.
• Correctly complete paperwork.
• Communicate with team member to ensure orders are successfully filled.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

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Disclaimer : The above information in this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.