Material Handler - Crane

Ford Steel - St Louis, 2475 Rock Island Blvd, Maryland Heights, Missouri, United States of America

Posted Monday, January 19, 2026 at 7:00 AM

Ford Steel is a global leader in abrasion and wear-resistant steel plate and bar products, serving mining, aggregate, construction, power, and industrial markets since 1946. With extensive inventory, advanced fabrication services, and deep technical expertise, we help customers solve tough wear and impact problems, and stand behind the solutions we deliver.

At Ford Steel, our Core Values guide how we operate, engage, and grow:
Be Safe Always, Provide Great Service, Do the Right Thing, Take the Initiative, and Maximize Your Potential. If these values speak to you and you’re ready to join a team of problem-solvers delivering value every day, we invite you to join our team.

Job Posting:
Material Handler / Crane Operator
Location: St. Louis, Missouri

About Us
Ford Steel is an industry-leading metals service center with over 80 years of history, proudly serving our customers at the highest level. We are driven by a mission to create significant customer value, provide a prosperous workplace for our employees, and positively impact society.

We are currently seeking a dependable and experienced Material Handler / Crane Operator to join our operations team in St. Louis. If you're skilled in safely moving heavy material and thrive in a fast-paced warehouse environment, this is an excellent opportunity to join a respected and longstanding company.

Position Summary
Are you someone who takes pride in working with precision, safety, and purpose? As a Material Handler / Crane Operator at Ford Steel, you’ll be part of a team that plays a vital role in moving the American steel industry forward. This is more than just a warehouse job — it’s a chance to work for a company with a rock-solid reputation, strong values, and a commitment to excellence.

You'll operate top-tier equipment to move heavy plate steel safely and efficiently, helping us fulfill customer orders and maintain our high standards for service and delivery.

If you have experience with bridge cranes or forklifts and are looking for a stable, long-term role where your work truly matters, we want to hear from you.

Responsibilities

• Follow all company safety policies and immediately report any hazards or deficiencies
• Attend all mandatory training and safety meetings
• Maintain cleanliness and organize materials in assigned work areas
• Operate 3–5-ton bridge cranes and 6,000 lb propane sit-down forklifts
• Conduct daily equipment inspections for forklifts, cranes, and controls
• Load/unload trucks and stock materials using dual hoist bridge cranes or forklifts
• Report unusual equipment noises or malfunctions
• Assist with stock checks and inventory counts as directed
• Support training efforts for new employees when needed
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisors

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in material handling or crane operation
• Skilled in crane capacity limits, rigging, and safe handling of large and irregular steel materials
• Strong attention to detail and organizational ability
• Able to calculate weight of materials and accurately read tape measures
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and communicate professionally

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs independently on a routine basis and handle materials safely as part of daily job duties.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and maintain safe body positioning while performing tasks and moving through the work area, including walking on concrete floors and uneven surfaces.
• Frequent squatting, bending, stooping, reaching, pushing, pulling, and lifting, requiring full-body mobility, balance, and upper- and lower-body strength to perform work safely.
• Manual agility to operate tools safely and effectively, with regular use of arms, shoulders, and back for lifting, reaching, and positioning tasks.
• Ability to work safely in a warehouse environment with exposure to noise, dust, moving equipment, and varying temperatures.
• Maintain adequate visual and auditory acuity to safely perform assigned tasks, including but not limited to: identifying potential hazards,…