Overhead Crane Operator / Material Handler
Location: Cocoa Beach, FLShift: 2nd ShiftJob Type: Contract-to-HireStarting Pay: $22/hour + $3/hour night differential, with higher pay available based on experience
Position Overview
We are seeking a versatile Overhead Crane Operator / Material Handler to support material movement and production activities in an industrial environment. This role works between the yard and shop, handling structural steel and assisting with a variety of equipment and material-handling tasks.
Responsibilities
- Move, handle, and stage materials throughout the shop and yard.
- Operate overhead cranes to safely position structural steel.
- Operate forklifts and Pettibone/telehandler equipment.
- Jockey trailers and help maintain an organized yard.
- Unload incoming trailers and properly stage materials.
- Assist with skidding materials and preparing products for shipment.
- Operate machinery as needed to support production.
- Perform parts cleaning and help keep materials production-ready.
- Assist with inventory tracking and material organization.
- Follow all required safety procedures when operating equipment.
- Provide support across departments as production needs change.
- Maintain reliable attendance and a strong work ethic.
Qualifications
- Previous experience operating overhead cranes.
- Experience with telehandler/Pettibone equipment.
- Material handling or warehouse experience preferred.
- Some experience working with structural steel.
- Ability to safely operate forklifts and other industrial equipment.
- Comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions.
- Able to manage multiple tasks and adapt to changing priorities.
- Ability to lift and move heavy materials as required.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Manufacturing or industrial experience is a plus.
- Willingness to learn new equipment and take on varied responsibilities.