Relief Crane Operator

CMC • Cayce, SC

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About The Position

CMC is hiring a Relief Crane Operator to support steelmaking operations. The role involves operating overhead cranes and other equipment to manage steel billets and scrap, support inventory control, and safely move materials from the electric arc furnace to the casting area. The operator relieves other overhead crane operators and coordinates with crane operators and other team members to ensure materials and ladles are handled and placed in a timely manner. The position may also provide coverage as a Scrap Crane Operator and Second Helper. It requires working a rotating shift, including weekends and holidays, with some overtime.

Requirements

• Ability to work as a team player in a fast-paced environment, with a strong work ethic, attention to detail, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work around extreme temperatures, chemicals, dust, fumes, mists, uneven surfaces, loud noise, elevated work areas, and confined spaces.
• Basic computer skills.
• Dependability in attendance and task completion, and flexibility to meet business needs.
• Ability to learn quickly and multitask.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work a rotating shift, including weekends and holidays.
• Ability to work overtime when required.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Gain proficiency in the use of various equipment types, including overhead cranes.
• Hook and unhook overhead crane chains.
• Operate an overhead crane to support inventory control of steel billets.
• Provide relief to overhead crane operators.
• Communicate with Charge Crane and Scrap Crane operators to ensure melt charges are loaded correctly and prepared to meet melting requirements.
• Fill in as Scrap Crane Operator and Second Helper as needed.
• Operate the East and West scrap cranes, load scrap into charge buckets, and identify different scrap commodities.
• Communicate with the Ladle Crane Operator and Ladleman to coordinate timely placement of the ladle to the tapping fork.
• Properly operate and inspect the charge crane.
• Safely maneuver charge cranes to lift, move, and drop scrap from the electric arc furnace to the casting area.

Benefits

• Day 1 medical, vision, and dental coverage with low costs.
• Day 1 paid time off and vacation.
• 4.5% company-match 401(k) plan.
• $500 annual company-paid lifestyle benefit.
• Competitive compensation and bonuses.
• Company-paid life and disability insurance.
• Employee stock purchase plan.
• Training and advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED