Overhead Crane Operator 2nd Shift
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| Verified Pay check_circle | Provided by the employer$18.00 per hour |
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| Hours | Full-time |
| Location | Charlotte, North Carolina |
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Job Description
Job Description
We are seeking an experienced and safety-focused Overhead Crane Operator to support shipping, receiving, and material handling operations in a metal's distribution environment. This role is responsible for safely moving, loading, unloading, and staging materials using overhead cranes and forklifts while ensuring customer specifications, inventory accuracy, and quality standards are met.
Position Summary:
We are seeking an experienced and safety-focused Overhead Crane Operator to support shipping, receiving, and material handling operations in a metal's distribution environment. This role is responsible for safely moving, loading, unloading, and staging materials using overhead cranes and forklifts while ensuring customer specifications, inventory accuracy, and quality standards are met.
Responsibilities:
- Operate overhead cranes and forklifts to safely move, stage, load, and unload metal products and materials.
- Load outbound customer shipments and unload inbound inventory shipments while ensuring accuracy and product integrity.
- Secure outbound loads through proper chaining, tarping, and load securement procedures.
- Verify incoming and outgoing materials against shipping documents and complete all required paperwork accurately.
- Identify products using color coding systems, tags, labels, and customer specifications.
- Read and interpret measuring devices and product dimensions to ensure order accuracy.
- Inspect materials for quality, damage, and compliance with customer requirements.
- Follow all safety procedures related to crane operation, forklift operation, material handling, and load securement.
- Communicate effectively with supervisors, warehouse personnel, and shipping staff regarding inventory and shipment status.
- Assist with training and mentoring team members as needed.
- Maintain a clean and organized work environment and perform additional duties as assigned.
Requirements:
- Minimum of 2 years of experience operating overhead cranes in an industrial, manufacturing, metals, or distribution environment.
- Valid overhead crane operator certification required.
- Forklift operating experience required.
- Strong understanding of material handling practices, shipping and receiving processes, and inventory control procedures.
- Ability to understand product specifications, color coding systems, and customer requirements.
- Proficiency in reading and interpreting measuring devices and dimensional information.
- Reliable work history with strong attendance and dependability.
- Willingness to learn new skills, cross-train, and assist in training others.
- Ability to lift weight up to 50 pounds and perform physical tasks throughout the workday.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
Schedule:
- 2nd Shift | Monday – Friday | 1:00 PM – 9:00 PM | OT Available
Compensation:
- $18.00 per hour
Benefits
- Paid Holidays
- Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
- Bereavement Leave
- Retirement, 401(k)
- Personal Advancement
Job Type:
- Full-Time | Temp-to –Hire
Application Period:
- This position will remain open until filled
Employer Information
This position is being recruited by NCW on behalf of a client company. All hiring decisions will be made by the employer. NCW partners with organizations nationwide to connect top talent with opportunities across construction, manufacturing, warehousing & distribution, and engineering industries.
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to protected status in accordance with applicable laws
This position is being recruited by NCW on behalf of a client company. All hiring decisions will be made by the employer. NCW partners with organizations nationwide to connect top talent with opportunities across construction, manufacturing, warehousing & distribution, and engineering industries.
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to protected status in accordance with applicable laws
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