Crane Operator

Canon Business Process Services • Houston, TX

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About The Position

The Crane Operator safely and efficiently operates overhead or bridge cranes to lift, transport, position, and stage heavy materials and equipment within a warehouse or industrial facility. The role supports material flow, production and shipping goals, and facility operations while maintaining high safety standards. Operators coordinate with riggers, signal persons, forklift operators, warehouse personnel, and supervisors; inspect lifting equipment; and follow applicable OSHA, company, and site-specific safety procedures. The position may require overtime or schedule adjustments based on operational needs.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of experience operating overhead or bridge cranes in an industrial or manufacturing environment.
• Working knowledge of rigging practices, hand signals, and load control.
• Ability to perform pre-use inspections of cranes, slings, hooks, and lifting devices.
• Familiarity with OSHA 29 CFR 1910.179 and other applicable lifting safety standards.
• Ability to communicate effectively with riggers, signal persons, and supervisors during lifting operations.
• Demonstrated commitment to safe work practices and situational awareness.
• Physical ability to work in an industrial setting, including prolonged standing, climbing ladders, and lifting moderate loads.
• Ability to operate a forklift and previously certified to do so.
• Must comply with OSHA safety standards and company safety procedures.
• Flexibility of work hours.

Nice To Haves

• NCCCO certification or equivalent crane operator certification.
• Experience with bridge cranes, gantry cranes, or facility lifting systems.
• Prior experience in manufacturing, industrial maintenance, or training environments.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate remote-controlled or cab-operated overhead and bridge cranes to move, lift, position, and place loads according to work orders, inventory needs, and supervisor instructions.
• Verify load weights, rigging, and attachment points to ensure loads remain within the crane’s rated capacity and safe lifting limits.
• Coordinate with warehouse team members, riggers, forklift operators, and ground personnel using standard hand signals, two-way radios, or other communication methods.
• Perform pre-use inspections of cranes, slings, hooks, and lifting devices.
• Follow OSHA, company, and site-specific safety policies, including lockout/tagout procedures, PPE requirements, and safe rigging practices.
• Maintain situational awareness during crane operations to protect personnel, equipment, and facility infrastructure.
• Assist with material staging, equipment positioning, and shop support activities as needed.
• Immediately report equipment defects, unsafe conditions, or incidents to supervision.
• Maintain organized work areas and properly store equipment in accordance with safety and housekeeping standards.
• Participate in safety meetings, training activities, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support overtime or schedule adjustments based on operational needs.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• 401(k) with competitive company match.
• Employee discounts on Canon products and vendor discount programs.
• World-class training and career development programs.
• Competitive compensation program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed