Senior Crane Operator - 2nd Shift

About the role

NABRICO Marine Products is seeking a safety-focused, experienced Senior Crane Operator to join our team in Ashland City, TN.

What You'll Do

• Safely operate overhead bridge cranes to move, lift, position, and stage steel plates, structural components, and fabricated assemblies.
• Perform precision lifts to support welders, fitters, and other production personnel.
• Inspect cranes, rigging equipment, hooks, slings, chains, and lifting devices before each shift to ensure safe operation.
• Select and use proper rigging techniques based on load size, weight, and center of gravity.
• Communicate effectively with ground personnel using standard hand signals and verbal communication.
• Follow approved lifting procedures and maintain safe load control at all times.
• Assist with loading, unloading, and staging materials throughout the facility.
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas.
• Follow all company safety policies, procedures, and OSHA requirements.
• Participate in safety initiatives and continuous improvement efforts.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What You'll Need

• A high school diploma or GED preferred.
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience operating overhead bridge cranes in a manufacturing, fabrication, shipbuilding, or heavy industrial environment.
• Demonstrated experience performing precision lifts involving oversized or heavy steel components.
• Strong knowledge of rigging practices, load calculations, sling selection, and safe lifting procedures.
• Ability to inspect rigging equipment and recognize unsafe conditions.
• Experience working around welders, fitters, heavy equipment, and active production operations.
• Excellent communication, situational awareness, and attention to detail.
• Strong commitment to safety, teamwork, and productivity.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment while wearing required personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Ability to climb ladders, stairs, and elevated work platforms as needed.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, crouch, and climb throughout the shift.
• Ability to work at heights and around suspended loads while maintaining constant awareness of surroundings.
• Ability to work in a non-climate-controlled environment with exposure to varying temperatures, dust, noise, and industrial conditions.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and rigging equipment as required.
• Willingness to work overtime, weekends, and holidays based on production needs.
• Ability to remain focused and make safe decisions in a fast-paced production environment.