Shipping- Overhead Crane Operator

Charter Manufacturing•Cleveland, OH

About The Position

Charter Manufacturing is a fourth-generation family-owned business. The Overhead Crane Operator joins the Cleveland Warehouse and Shipping team and focuses on operating an overhead crane throughout the shift. The role moves billets around the billet yard, loads trucks, and supplies the rolling mill table to support safe and efficient operations. The operator uses a computer to record data and monitor and update schedules. As skills develop, the employee may learn other shipping positions, including Unloader and Material Handler, which involve forklift operation. This position works 12-hour night shifts on a rotating 5-2-2-5 schedule. Starting pay is $22.75 per hour, plus a $2.25 night shift premium, for $25.00 per hour on nights. The company offers comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits, a 401(k) plan with employer matching and profit sharing, company-paid life insurance, disability coverage, and paid time off.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED, or willingness to enroll in the free GEDWorks program.
Basic computer skills.
Forklift operation training.
Proficiency in basic math and communication skills.
Ability to work well with other employees.
Ability to follow and give instructions.
Basic problem-solving skills.
Ability to meet the essential job requirements, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Ability to meet the physical requirements, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

Experience operating overhead cranes, preferably in a manufacturing, steel, or material handling environment.
Forklift operating experience.
Experience loading trucks or moving heavy materials in a warehouse, shipping department, or industrial setting.
Experience using computer systems to track material movements, record data, or update schedules.
Interest in learning multiple shipping roles and developing additional equipment operating skills.

Responsibilities

Safely operate an overhead crane to move billets throughout the billet yard, load trucks, and supply the rolling mill table.
Coordinate material movements with other employees to support safe and efficient operations.
Use a computer to monitor and update schedules and accurately record data.
Learn and support additional shipping duties, including Unloader and Material Handler responsibilities involving forklift operation, as training progresses.
Promptly notify the supervisor of equipment issues, material handling concerns, or other problems affecting safety or operations.
Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
Take responsibility for personal safety and the safety of others by following safety and work rules.
Follow Environmental, Quality, and Safety Management System procedures and requirements.