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Technical Crane Operator

Nucor Corporation

Lexington, North Carolina

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$85,000–$105,000
SKILLS
Access Authorization, Access Control, Automation, Best Practices, CCTV, Communication Skills, Crane, Cross-Functional, Data Analysis, Electricity, Housekeeping/Cleaning, Human Machine Interface (HMI), Identify Issues, Industry Standards, Layer 2 Protocols, Lead Generation, Leadership, Performance Analysis, Performance Management, Record Keeping, Recycling, Robotics, Safety Compliance, Safety Equipment, Safety Standards, Safety/Work Safety, Schematics, Sustainability, System Operations, Team Player, Technical Writing, Warehousing, Wireless Communications
LOCATION
Lexington, North Carolina
POSTED
20 days ago
Job Details

Division: Nucor Steel Lexington

Location: Lexington, NC, United States

Other Available Locations: N/A

Compensation: $85,000 - $105,000

Welcome to Nucor, where our unique culture sets us apart. Joining Nucor means becoming part of North America's largest steel and steel products manufacturer, offering unmatched career opportunities and stability. We are known for our innovative sustainability practices and are the continent's largest recycler. Our vibrant culture, built on personal connections and teamwork, empowers every team member with the freedom to innovate and contribute to our collective success. Experience a workplace where safety, efficiency, and meaningful personal connections define every day, enriching both our teammates and the communities we serve.

Nucor supports its teammates with top-tier benefits like Medical, Dental, Vision, and Disability Insurance, 401K and Roth accounts, Profit sharing, Pay-for-performance bonuses, Paid parental leave, Tuition reimbursement, Stock program, Scholarships and more.

Basic Job Functions:

The Technical Crane Operator will be responsible for operating, maintaining, and optimizing automatic overhead cranes equipped with advanced L2 Warehouse Management System (WMS), L1 systems, Human-Machine Interface (HMI), and CCTV cameras. This shift-based role requires proficiency in these systems and a commitment to safety and efficiency. The ideal candidate should have a passion for continuous learning, adaptability in fast-paced environments, and a proactive approach to technical challenges.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Overhead crane operation: Operate automatic overhead cranes from remote control desk, remote control and crane cabin. Operate the crane in manual mode, semi-automatic mode and automatic mode.
  • Ground Safety: Monitor ground safety equipment's and control access authorization on the crane working area.
  • Automated Equipment: Perform troubleshooting for basic failures and participate in troubleshoot together with maintenance for automatic cranes. Perform minor repairs and adjustments.
  • HMI Expertise: Interact with HMI systems to identify equipment status, recognize and troubleshoot alarms, monitor crane operation and define setup and operation modes for cranes.
  • System Monitoring and Optimization: Utilizes Level 2 systems for operation, monitoring system performance, identifying improvement areas, and applying best practices.
  • Reporting: Maintain detailed records of actions, manual interactions and adjustments on automated cranes and systems.
  • Continuous Learning and Improvement: Demonstrate a willingness to learn new technologies, adapt to evolving industry practices, and contribute to process enhancements.
  • Safety and Compliance: Ensure all work complies with industry safety standards and organizational protocols.

Safety is the most important part of all jobs within Nucor; therefore, candidates must be able to demonstrate the ability to initiate, lead, and uphold safety policies, practices, procedures, and housekeeping standards at all times.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Proven experience or certification in automation, robotics, electrical, data analysis, technical fields.
  • Experience working in an industrial environment preferably in a steel mill or similar.
  • Ability to work well within cross-functional teams and communicate effectively.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience operating overhead cranes, preferably in a steel mill or similar industrial environment.
  • Ability to read and interpret technical manuals and schematics.
  • Familiarity with L2 WMS, L1 systems (including HMI screens, positioning monitoring with encoders and radars, and wireless network), and CCTV camera operations.

Nucor is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a drug-free workplace

Nearest Major Market: Greensboro Nucor Corporation is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

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