Overhead crane operator

Job Title: Overhead Crane Operator

Location: Gary, Indiana

Company: Steel Service Center

Employment Type: Full-Time

Shift: 1st and 2nd

Job Summary:

We are seeking a skilled and safety-conscious Overhead Crane Operator to join our team at our Steel Service Center in Gary, IN. The ideal candidate will have experience operating overhead bridge cranes to move heavy steel materials, including coils, plates, bars, and structural products, throughout the warehouse and production areas.

Key Responsibilities:

• Safely operate overhead cranes to load, unload, and move steel materials to designated areas.
• Inspect cranes daily and report any maintenance or safety issues.
• Work closely with machine operators, forklift drivers, and shipping personnel to ensure efficient material handling and distribution.
• Follow all company safety protocols and OSHA regulations.
• Secure loads properly using chains, slings, and hooks; ensure they are balanced and stable during lifting.
• Read and interpret work orders, load charts, and shop instructions.
• Assist with material staging for processing or outbound shipment.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Minimum 1 year of experience operating overhead bridge cranes, preferably in a steel or metals environment.
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs and work in a physically demanding environment.
• Basic math and measurement skills.
• Ability to work in a team-oriented, fast-paced setting.
• Forklift experience is a plus.
• Strong commitment to safety.



Preferred Skills:

• Experience working in a Steel Service Center or similar industrial setting.
• Knowledge of steel types and sizes.
• Familiarity with ERP or inventory tracking systems