About this role
This role is responsible for safely operating overhead cranes and material handling equipment to support warehouse and manufacturing operations within the facility. Reporting to the Warehouse Supervisor, the position plays a critical role in the efficient movement, storage, and staging of raw materials and finished goods while ensuring adherence to all safety, quality, and operational standards. The primary focus will be on maintaining safe lifting practices, supporting production flow, and contributing to overall warehouse efficiency.
Key Responsibilities / Tasks
Operate overhead cranes and material handling equipment in full compliance with company safety policies, OSHA regulations, and site-specific proceduresPerform pre-use inspections and routine equipment checks, promptly identifying and reporting defects to minimize downtime and support continuous flowFollow all established lifting protocols, load limits, and rigging standards to ensure safe, efficient material movement and eliminate waste related to damage or reworkFollow ERP instructions indicating which (metal) coil to place on which machinePosition coils on machinesStrap and remove coil remnants and record them in SAPUnload coil trucksClear the slitting line output tableStack coils by type and supplier in designated locationsFollow supervisor instructions to improve processes and prevent damage or complaintsAdapt to changing work prioritiesPrepare, move, store, and unload materials within required timeframesMaintain cleanliness and organizationUnpack coils and dispose of wasteComply with environmental standardsEnsure quality and stability of coil stackingFollow and enforce safety rulesReport all activities in end-of-shift documentation for performance trackingSupport colleagues as neededSeparate rejected/blocked coils from usable stockParticipate in inventory and cycle countsConduct 5S audits according to procedures Knowledge & Skills Requirements
Knowledge of warehouse layout (metal coil locations)Product knowledgeWarehouse operations knowledgeRF Scanner and ERP system experience Ability to operate a forklift (valid license required)Overhead crane certification preferred What do we offer you?
PTO, days paid sick leave, 11 US paid holidaysMedical, Dental and Vision InsuranceCompany paid Short- and Long-Term Disability InsuranceCompany Paid Life InsuranceCompany Paid Accidental Death & Dismemberment401K with employer match, currently 4%Partial Tuition Reimbursement after 12 monthsTobacco Free CampusQuality, Safety, Health, Environment, Compliance
Every employee at stow contributes to a safe and compliant work environment. We set the example and motivate each other to work safely, efficiently, and in a qualitative way. stow’s standards, policies, instructions, and local legislations are there to guide our decisions.
EEO
stow provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. stow prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, age, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.