Overhead Crane Operator

Overview

The Overhead Crane Operator responsibilities include, but may not be limited to,

• Understand the safety of the Overhead Crane and operate without compromise to those safety systems.
• Responsible for operating the Overhead Crane to lift, move, position, and reposition loads. Depresses buttons, lifts levers, and ensures load is safely attached to crane before bringing it down.
• Observes load hookup and determines safety of load.
• Manipulates or depresses crane controls, such as pedals, levers, and buttons, to regulate speed and direction of crane and hoist movement according to written, verbal, or signal instructions.
• Inspects crane for defective parts, fills out daily operator checklist and notifies manager of defects or malfunctions.
• Must adhere to all safety requirements.
• Other duties as assigned.

• At least one year of overhead crane experience required.
• Must have positive attitude and ability to take ownership of area. Ability to work with precise limits and standards of accuracy
• Strong work ethic.
• Quick to learn and able to adapt in a fast-paced environment.
• Self-directed individual.
• High school diploma required.

• Manufacturing industry experience required
• Forklift experience preferred
• Positive Attitude, willingness to learn
• Strong mechanical abilities

• Walking, Standing, Sitting Kneeling, Stooping (Frequently)
• Lifting, Carrying up to 50 pounds (Frequently)
• Temperatures (Frequently)

• May require overtime with little notice before or after normal work hours or weekends.