Crane Chaser

At Oregon Steel Mills LLC, our strength starts with our people! As a team we collaborate to solve problems, contribute ideas and challenge each other to ensure growth and ultimately success for the business and our employees.

The starting wage for this role is $27.50/hour with monthly incentive bonus opportunities.

Our amazing benefits package starts on your very first day and includes low-cost family medical, dental, and vision coverage, flexible spending and health savings accounts, paid vacation and paid holidays, a 401k plan with a 5% employer match, and an additional employer funded retirement savings account.

The Crane Chaser Position is responsible for safe handling of steel plate and coil in a heavy industrial environment.

This role requires following all safety rules, completing work tasks according to standard operating procedures, and performing physical labor throughout 12‑hour rotating shifts.

 

RESPONSIBILITIES:


* Perform routine equipment inspections accurately according to department guidelines


* Implement daily plans for floor organization based on department schedules and deadlines


* Receive hot rolled steel plate off the mill and assist crane operators in transporting floor laydowns


* Direct activities of crane operators in storage and shipment of plate


* Set-up railcars and trailers in preparation for loading steel plate for shipments


* Keep accurate and legible records


* Maintain a clean and safe work environment


* Maintain knowledge of plate storage, movement and all related documentation


* Utilize lean skills to drive for continuous improvement

 

REQUIREMENTS:


* Must work safely in a heavy manufacturing environment


* Ability to work in an environment subject to fluctuations in heat, humidity, fumes, odors, dust and noise


* Capable of working up to 12 hours per day, on any shift, any day of the week – including mandatory weekends, holidays and/or overtime


* Flexible and willing to learn and accept changes in job duties


* Ability to learn, retain and apply new knowledge


* Excellent written and oral communication skills


* Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and in a team environment


* Strong planning and organizational skills to meet department schedules and deadlines


* Competent math skills, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division and accurate number identification


* Be able to cross-train in other positions within the shipping department


* Successful completion of ergonomics evaluation of physical requirements of position (frequent walking, standing, stooping and periodic heavy lifting up to 50lbs.)


* 6-12 months experience in an industrial environment, preferred

Our total compensation package includes amazing benefits!


* Competitive wages and bonus opportunities


* Family medical, dental, and prescription coverage at minimal employee cost


* Short and long...