Overhead Crane Operator Job at Express Employment Professionals – Greensboro, Greensboro, NC

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  • Express Employment Professionals – Greensboro
  • Greensboro, NC

Job Description

Essential Functions
  • Operate overhead cranes and hoists to safely lift, move, and position heavy materials and equipment.

  • Read, follow, and understand daily schedules, load lists, and work instructions.

  • Perform inspections of overhead cranes, slings, hooks, and lifting devices before use to ensure safety compliance.

  • Responsible for loading, unloading, and staging inbound/outbound shipments.

  • Accurately attach loads using chains, slings, or other rigging equipment to ensure secure handling.

  • Communicate material movement needs and supply requirements with Supervisors and Plant Managers.

  • Maintain accurate records of material movements and assist with inventory control.

  • Support proper storage, stacking, and tagging of inbound/outbound material.

  • Ensure housekeeping in assigned work areas to maintain a safe and organized environment.

  • Comply with company safety, quality, and environmental policies, procedures, and standards.

  • Perform other duties as required by supervision.

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent required.

  • Minimum 1 year of experience operating overhead cranes in an industrial, manufacturing, or warehouse setting preferred.

  • Must hold (or be able to obtain) overhead crane operator certification.

  • Forklift certification preferred.

  • Knowledge of rigging practices and safe load handling.

  • Ability to work with others in a team-oriented environment.

  • Basic math skills: fractions, decimals, addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.

  • Ability to read and understand shipping/receiving documents, work orders, and safety guidelines.

  • Must be safety-conscious and able to recognize and correct hazards.

Physical Requirements

  • Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. for short distances.

  • Ability to raise arms overhead for short periods.

  • Must be able to walk and stand on concrete floors for extended periods.

  • Ability to work flexible hours and limited overtime as needed.

  • Tolerance for temperatures comparable to outdoor environments.

  • Subject to exposure to oils, dust, and industrial hazards.

  • Must wear all required PPE.

Equipment Used

  • Overhead cranes and hoisting systems.

  • Forklifts and material handling devices.

  • Rigging equipment such as chains, slings, and hooks.

  • Scales and measuring devices.

  • Computers, scanners, and printers for documentation.

Job Tags

Flexible hours,

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