Crane Operatior

Chart's Theodore, AL facility has a current opening for a full-time, crane operator. The crane operator plays an important role in moving finished goods throughout the production facility, unloading incoming goods and loading completed goods for transport.

• Conduct all necessary inspections on the crane and crane equipment to assure operability and proper operations of all safety devices.
• Perform crane operations such as:
  • Operating Bridge cranes, Gantry cranes and Jib cranes.
  • Perform or assist with proper rigging of the load to be moved
  • Move material during assembly operations if needed
  • Place goods in designated locations
• Maintain control of necessary switches to allow for stopping quickly in case of an emergency.
• Assure that other personnel working with crane operators fully understand hand signals or similar instructions before starting crane operations.
• Operate forklifts and manlifts.
• Observe and practice all safety procedures and policies, taking special precautions when moving objects over occupied areas.
• May work in other areas as company needs require.
• Perform other job-related duties and responsibilities as assigned by supervisors

• Frequent lifting and carrying up to 40 lbs. and occasionally heavier (50-60 lbs.) with assistance
• Frequent sitting, standing, stooping, bending, twisting, walking and occasional crawling
• Frequent pushing, pulling and handling of materials
• Occasional climbing and working at elevated positions
• Exposure to metal cutting, welding odors, welding flash and incidental acceptable limits of x-ray radiation
• Possible exposure to chemical odors and temperature extremes
• Exposure to overhead objects and occasional flying debris
• Required use of safety glasses with side shields, ANSI approved steel-toed safety shoes, hearing protection and hard hat

• Previous experience in a manufacturing or industrial construction environment
• Previous crane operation experience
• Able to accurately read and use a tape measure

Chart Industries, Inc. is a leading independent global manufacturer of highly engineered equipment servicing multiple applications in the Energy and Industrial Gas markets. Our unique product portfolio is used in every phase of the liquid gas supply chain, including upfront engineering, service and repair.