Overhead Crane Material Handler

Cardinal Glass Industries•Mount Airy, NC

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Material Handler/Overhead Crane Operator is responsible for the operation and inspection of the remote operated overhead 3-ton crane to transport stock materials throughout the facility. Will operate powered industrial vehicles to load and unload trucks transporting heavy racks of raw glass to storage. While performing duties the operator must check for and alert employees to safety hazards. This position is an operations team member with the primary goal of satisfying customer requirements of quality, quantity and delivery, in a safe manner while maximizing productivity.

Requirements

The ability to adhere to the company’s policies, rules and regulations, according to the employee’s handbook
Must be certified in house on forklift, crane and Rico
Must maintain a good safety record to operate equipment

Responsibilities

Move levers or press controls & pedals to operate crane & powered industrial vehicles for lifting, moving, or placing loads
Inspect and adjust crane mechanisms and/or powered industrial vehicles to prevent malfunctions or damage to glass
Inspect sling devices for wear and perform daily checklists of both crane and PIVs for safe operation
Operate forklift, crane and Rico in a safe fashion
Enter loads into system
Document all shipments and our loads received
Document daily equipment checklists in a timely manner
Communicate with outside carriers and help accommodate their needs in a timely manner
Work with other employees as a team to meet deadlines
Be flexible to schedule changes to accommodate business needs
Work with little or no supervision
Complete bay location change forms on a daily basis
Maintain area in a clean and orderly fashion by the end of each workday