Crane Operator

POSITION SUMMARYOperate equipment to lift and move materials, machines, or products in many directions.Key Performance Indicators (KPI) are as follows: all ship moves, lifts and material handling projects are done safely, on time and per work instructions 100% of the time; completes all required company training 100% of the time and follows all company policies and procedures 100% of the time.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSReasonable Accommodations StatementTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Essential Functions Statement(s)Determine load weights and check them against lifting capacities to prevent overload.Move levers, depress foot pedals, and turn dials to operate cranes, cherry pickers, electromagnets, or other moving equipment for lifting, moving, and placing loads.Inspect cables and grappling devices for wear and install or replace cables as needed.Clean, lubricate, and maintain mechanisms such as cables, pulleys, and grappling devices, making repairs as necessary.Inspect and adjust crane mechanisms and lifting accessories to prevent malfunctions and damage.Direct helpers engaged in placing blocking and outrigging under cranes.Load and unload bundles from trucks, and move containers to storage bins, using moving equipment.Review daily work schedules to determine sequences of Crane usage, and special loading instructions.Direct truck drivers backing vehicles into loading bays, and cover, uncover, and secure loads for delivery.Inspect bundle packaging for conformance to regulations and customer requirements and remove and batch packaging tickets.POSITION QUALIFICATIONSCompetency Statement(s)Accountability - Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions.Detail Oriented - Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or task.Resource Management (People & Equipment) - Ability to obtain and appropriate the proper usage of equipment, facilities, materials, as well as personnel.Responsible - Ability to be held accountable or answerable for one’s conduct.Safety Awareness - Ability to identify and correct conditions that affect employee safety.Technical Aptitude - Ability to comprehend complex technical topics and specialized information.Working Under Pressure - Ability to complete assigned tasks under stressful situations.Accuracy - Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.Reliability - The trait of being dependable and trustworthy.Conceptual Thinking - Ability to think in terms of abstract ideas.Judgment - The ability to formulate a sound decision using the available information.Education: High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED)Experience: Five years related experiencePrefer certified crane operators.PHYSICAL DEMANDSPhysical DemandsLift/CarryStandF (Frequently)WalkF (Frequently)SitF (Frequently)Handling / FingeringF (Frequently)Reach OutwardF (Frequently)Reach Above ShoulderF (Frequently)ClimbO (Occasionally)CrawlO (Occasionally)Squat or KneelO (Occasionally)BendO (Occasionally)10 lbs or lessF (Frequently)11-20 lbsF (Frequently)21-50 lbsF (Frequently)51-100 lbsN (Not Applicable)Over 100 lbsN (Not Applicable)Push/Pull12 lbs or lessF (Frequently)13-25 lbsF (Frequently)26-40 lbsF (Frequently)41-100 lbsF (Frequently)N (Not Applicable)Activity is not applicable to this occupation.O (Occasionally)Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5+ hrs/day)F (Frequently)Occupation requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5+ hrs/day)C (Constantly)Occupation requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs/day)Other Physical RequirementsVision (Near, Distance, Color, Peripheral, Depth Perception)Sense of Sound (hear alarms and radios)Sense of TouchAbility to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) (safety glasses, hard hats, steel toed shoes, ear plugs, gloves, harness)WORK ENVIRONMENTOutdoor Environment, Excessive Heat, Excessive ColdThe Company has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. This document does not represent a contract of employment, and the Company reserves the right to change this job description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform, as the Company may deem appropriate. #J-18808-Ljbffr