Crane Operator

About the role

Farwest Steel Corporation seeks a knowledgeable and dependable Crane Operator – Bay 5 to support the metal processing equipment, move, unload, load, and store materials in the warehouse. This position is crucial for maintaining a steady and timely workflow.

Responsibilities

• Operate overhead crane to load or unload railcars, trailers, customer's vehicles, etc.
• Assist machine operators, prepare parts for packaging and delivery according to customer requirements, transport materials.
• Pull and fill orders using crane or by hand for smaller products.
• Efficiently move material from trucks and railcars, restock racks following Farwest procedures and equipment to maintain quality.
• Track material and numbers for certification, ensuring rotation and accessibility.
• Keep bay organized and ensure aisles are debris-free and clear of obstructions.
• Perform required maintenance and safety duties, including attending safety and production meetings and monitoring tools and equipment for safe operation and minimal downtime.
• Assist will call customers by filling and loading their material professionally.
• Occasionally operate forklift and move trailers around the yard.
• Assist sales staff with warehouse and inventory inquiries and issues.

Qualifications

• Basic understanding of warehouse functions and equipment operation.
• Effective communication skills, both oral and written, in English.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment, treating colleagues and customers with respect, courtesy, and tact.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Program, Life Insurance, and Disability coverage.
• Safety bonus of up to $0.60 an hour paid quarterly based on branch safety goals.
• Career development opportunities.
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays.

Pay and Schedule

• Wage: $19.00 - $29.25, depending on experience.
• Schedule: Day shift (7:30am to 3:30pm) and Swing shift (3:30pm to 12:00am), Monday - Friday.

Company Information

Farwest Steel Corporation has been serving the Western United States since 1956. As a full-line steel service center, Farwest offers products and services that streamline customer supply chains. The company prides itself on fostering a safe, innovative, creative, fun, diverse, and team-oriented workplace culture. Farwest is committed to creating a performance-based culture with highly motivated and satisfied employees.

Farwest is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug-Free Workplace. Learn more at www.farweststeel.com/career.