Crane Operator - 2nd Shift

About the role

The Crane Operator/ Production Support Operator supports the Lincoln Avenue production line to provide increased productivity and capacity where it is most needed. The function will require operation of an overhead crane.

Responsibilities

• Assist Painters by prepping units, operating ovens, and operating the 25‑ton crane.
• Assist Final Assemblers with bolted cover assembly, cabinet installation, and throat installation.
• Determine from the Order Process Sheet what parts need to be kitted for Final Assembly, including assembling kits, unloading/retrieving tanks, and cabinets.
• Build pallets per specifications and shrink wrap transformers.
• Operate all material handling equipment such as walkies, forklifts, and overhead cranes.
• Assist Welders by building covers, leak testing, retrieving tanks/radiators, and crane operation.
• Serve as a back‑up to Material Attendants to help unload interplant trucks and deliver materials to Final Assembly.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of one year of overhead crane experience.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship, now or in the future.
• No relocation is being offered for this role.
• Must live within 50 miles of the Waukesha, WI facility (Active‑Duty Military Service members are exempt from this geographical limitation).

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous forklift experience.
• Experience operating a JIB crane.
• Experience operating an overhead crane that can lift up to 30 tons.

Skills

• Competency with pneumatic, hydraulic, and hand tools.
• Ability to work overtime when required.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs; bend, twist, grab, reach, stand, walk, push, pull, and perform all other essential duties with or without reasonable accommodations.

Benefits

• Health benefits and vacation time – available to use on day one of employment.
• Paid holidays – up to 12 days.
• Weekly pay.
• Shift premiums – $2.50/hr for off shifts and opportunities for overtime.
• Career progression opportunities to cross‑train in different departments and increase compensation.
• Retirement benefits, Paid Parental Leave, Educational Assistance Program, Wellness Reimbursement, and more.
• Sign‑on bonus of $2,000 paid in two installments (less applicable withholding).

Pay

Hourly rate range: $24.45 – $25.92 per hour. Shift premium of $2.50/hr applies for off‑shift work. Overtime may be required and can exceed scheduled hours. A sign‑on bonus of $2,000 (paid in two installments) is offered for this position.

Schedule

Shift hours: 3 pm – 11 pm (2nd shift). Overtime may exceed these hours and can be mandatory at times.