Crane Operator - Shipping

Oregon Steel Mills•Portland, OR

About The Position

The Crane Operator supports daily operations in the Shipping department at Oregon Steel Mills LLC by helping move, store, and ship steel plate in coordination with crane operators and other team members. The role helps organize floor operations, directs crane activity for plate storage and shipment, and assists with preparing railcars and trailers for loading while maintaining a clean and safe work environment. The starting wage is $29.50 per hour, with monthly incentive bonus opportunities. The position requires working in a heavy manufacturing environment and may involve shifts of up to 12 hours on any day of the week, including mandatory weekends, holidays, and overtime. The work environment may include fluctuating heat and humidity, fumes, odors, dust, and noise, as well as frequent walking, standing, and stooping and periodic lifting of up to 50 pounds.

Requirements

Work safely in a heavy manufacturing environment.
Ability to work in conditions with fluctuations in heat and humidity and exposure to fumes, odors, dust, and noise.
Ability to work up to 12 hours per day, on any shift and any day of the week, including mandatory weekends, holidays, and overtime.
Flexibility and willingness to learn and accept changes in job duties.
Ability to learn, retain, and apply new knowledge.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Self-motivation and ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Strong planning and organizational skills to meet department schedules and deadlines.
Competent math skills, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and accurate number identification.
Successful completion of an ergonomics evaluation of the position’s physical requirements, including frequent walking, standing, and stooping and periodic heavy lifting up to 50 pounds.
Eligible to work in the USA.

Nice To Haves

6–12 months of experience in an industrial environment is preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform routine equipment inspections according to department guidelines.
Implement daily floor-organization plans based on department schedules and deadlines.
Receive hot rolled steel plate off the mill and assist crane operators in transporting it to floor laydowns.
Direct crane operators’ activities in the storage and shipment of plate.
Set up railcars and trailers for loading steel plate shipments.
Keep accurate and legible records.
Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
Maintain knowledge of plate storage, movement, and related documentation.
Use lean skills to drive continuous improvement.
Cross-train in other positions within the Shipping department.

Benefits

Low-cost family medical, dental, and vision coverage beginning on the first day.
Prescription coverage at minimal employee cost.
Flexible spending and health savings accounts.
Paid vacation and recognized statutory holidays.
401(k) plan with a 5% employer match.
Additional employer-funded retirement savings account.
Short- and long-term disability programs.
Employer-provided and voluntary life insurance options.
Apprenticeship and career advancement opportunities within the company.
Tuition reimbursement.
Wellness program.
Monthly incentive bonus opportunities.