Overhead Crane Operator (Union, 1 Shift)

Bradken’s Specialty Products business is a leading global manufacturer of innovative, complex engineered castings and fabrications for commercial and military applications. Bradken operates a global network of manufacturing, sales and service facilities employing about 3,000 people worldwide. How we go about our work is just as important as the work we do. We live by our values of Challenge , Customer and Communication – they drive us to constantly move forward, to adapt and to thrive. From product development and manufacturing to sales and support services, we are committed to making sure we have the right people in the right roles.
An exciting opportunity exists for a Overhead Crane Operator to join our Atchison Team. The Overhead Crane Operator role reports to the Before Cast Manager and is responsible for the safe operation of the crane.

SHIFT: 1st
PAY: $22.27 - $25.48

Purpose Statement:
The Overhead Crane Operator reports to the Before Cast Manager and is responsible for the safe operation of the crane. This includes Setting Flasks/Patterns, pouring, shaking out and filling mobile mixers; as well as doing other production work within the foundry which includes but is not limited to Typical foundry production work and pouring castings.

Primary Responsibilities & Accountabilities

• Setting up patterns and flasks, maintaining sand levels in mixers, shaking out flasks/castings and loading/unloading transfer cars and trucks.
• Operate the overhead crane from the cab
• Assisting with all aspects of transferring and pouring liquid metal

Key Selection Criteria

• Ability to safely and efficiently operate equipment
• Basic math skills: addition, subtraction
• (Preferred) Minimum 2 years as crane or heavy equipment operator or similar experience
• Self-motivated and able to work independently
• Ability to work with others
• Qualifications:
  • Excellent hand eye coordination
  • Self-motivated and able to work independently
  • Ability to work with others
  Experience:
  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • (Preferred) Minimum 2 years as crane or heavy equipment operator or similar experience
  • (Preferred) foundry or manufacturing experience
  Skills and Knowledge:
  • Basic math skills: addition, subtraction
  • Ability to safely and efficiently operate equipment
• Excellent hand eye coordination
• (Preferred) foundry or manufacturing experience
• High School Diploma or equivalent

Why join our team at Bradken? We believe our people are our greatest asset. Keeping our team safe and healthy; physically and mentally has always been our top priority. We encourage and support dynamic and flexible work options to promote a healthy balance and let you get the most out of your time.

Benefits:

• Employee Training and Education Reimbursement opportunities
• Paid Holidays, PTO, and Vacation
• Life and AD&D coverage provided by Bradken
• Successful applicants will be eligible for a sign-on bonus of up to $1,000once you commence work with us*.
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability coverage provided by Bradken
• 401(k) with a company match
• We also recognize and reward our employees for the great outcomes they produce and for living Our Values with local and global programs.
• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance options

100 years of knowledge and experience behind us, endless opportunities ahead. *Sign-on Bonus payments are subject to meeting with policy and criteria. Prior to commencing employment, you will be required to complete a background check and pre-employment medical including drug and alcohol testing. Bradken is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we are committed to providing a diverse, inclusive, engaging, and flexible environment for our people because great things happen when individuals are given the opportunity to bring themselves into their work. All employment will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. WE RESPECTFULLY REQUEST NO RECRUITMENT AGENCY APPROACHES
INTERNAL:

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