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Crane Operator Position

Hello prospective employee, we appreciate you taking the time to learn about Farwest and this Crane Operator position!

Farwest Steel Corporation has been the preeminent metal solutions choice within the greater Western United States since 1956. Farwest's products and services offer customers the ability to consolidate many suppliers into one effective solution. We have over 600 employees located in 7 Western States.

As a company, Farwest strives to offer our employees a safe, innovative, creative, fun, diverse and team-based atmosphere that supports our vision: to be the preeminent metal solutions provider in the Western United States. Our goal is to create a performance-based culture staffed with highly motivated and satisfied employees.

Benefits include: Medical, Dental, Vision, LTD, FSA, HRA, HSA, EAP, company paid Life Insurance & STD, and 401K with 3.5% Match. We offer full benefits with options to suit everyone. Incentive based on safety, up to.60 cents. Tuition reimbursement and career development opportunities. Compensation will be based on knowledge, skills, and ability.

About this position: As a condition of employment, all applicants are required to pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check. Farwest adheres to federal regulations in regard to drug-testing, which includes THC. Pre-employment drug screen and background check must be completed, post offer of employment. Farwest participates in E-Verify and we confirm each candidate's eligibility to legally work in the US. Job Type: Full Time, Onsite Schedule: Monday - Friday, Day and Swing Shift, with limited after hours and weekends as required Starting Wage: $19.00 - $29.25, plus $1.25 swing shift differential, depending on experience Farwest Steel's Operations Department seeks a knowledgeable and dependable individual to join their team as Crane Operator Bay 5. In this role, you will operate the crane to support the metal processing equipment, move, unload, load, and store materials in warehouse while following all safety policies and procedures. This position is very important in making sure that the workflows through the shop at a steady and timely pace.

• Operate overhead crane to load or unload railcars, trailers, customer's vehicles, etc.
• Assisting machine operators, preparing parts for packaging and delivery per customer requirements transport
• Pull and fill orders using crane, or by hand for smaller products.
• Efficiently move material from trucks and railcars, restocking racks utilizing Farwest procedures and equipment to protect personal and material quality.
• Tracking material and numbers for certification. Material will be rotated and kept accessible.
• Keep bay organized and ensure that all aisles are debris free and clear of obstructions.
• Required maintenance and safety duties that include attending safety and production meetings and constant monitoring of tools and equipment that insure safe operation and minimal down time.
• Assisting will call customers by filling and loading their material in a professional manner.
• Will operate forklift occasionally and move trailers around the yard.
• Assisting sales staff with warehouse and inventory questions and issues.

Minimal Qualifications

• One (1) year warehouse experience, including forklift and/or overhead crane operation.
• Basic understanding of warehouse functions and equipment operation.
• Ability to communicate effectively, orally and writing in English.
• Ability to work in a team environment with others in our company and treat our employees and customers with respect, courtesy and tact.

Farwest is an Equal Opportunity Employer & Drug Free Workplace. Join a growing, dynamic company with operations across the western US!