Shipping- Overhead Crane Operator

Charter Manufacturing

Charter Manufacturing is a fourth-generation family-owned business where our will to grow drives us to do it better. Join the team and become part of our family!

Position Purpose/Mission

Join the Cleveland Warehouse and Shipping team in a role focused on operating an overhead crane throughout the shift. Move billets throughout the billet yard, load trucks, and supply the rolling mill table to support safe and efficient operations. Use a computer to record data and monitor and update schedules.

As you develop your skills, you may also learn to support other shipping positions, including Unloader and Material Handler, both of which involve forklift operation.

Position Specifics

• 12-hour night shifts on a rotating 5-2-2-5 schedule.
• Starting pay: $22.75 per hour, plus a $2.25 night shift premium ($25.00 per hour on nights).
• Begin in overhead crane operation, with opportunities to learn additional shipping responsibilities.

Physical Requirements

• Constant standing, carrying, use of fine motor skills, and lifting up to 10 lbs.
• Frequent walking.
• Minimal reaching above shoulder and lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to meet the physical requirements, with or without reasonable accommodation, as provided in detail in the Job Analysis Database.

Preferred Qualifications

• 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.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED, or willingness to enroll in our free GEDWorks program.
• Basic computer skills.
• Forklift operation training.
• Proficient in basic math and communication skills
• Ability to work well with other employees.
• Ability to follow and give instructions.
• Basic problem solving skills.

Major Accountabilities

• 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, efficient operations.
• Use the 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 all safety and work rules.
• Follow Environmental, Quality and Safety Management System procedures and requirements.
• Ability to meet the essential job requirements, with or without reasonable accommodation, as outlined in the job description.

We offer comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits, along with a 401(k) plan that includes employer matching and profit sharing. Additionally, we offer company-paid life insurance, disability coverage, and paid time off (PTO).