THE ROLE
- Operate overhead cranes to safely lift, move and position heavy steel materials around the factory or warehouse.
- Load and unload steel stock, including beams, plates, tubes, sections and fabricated components.
- Use overhead cranes to transfer materials between storage areas, production machinery and loading bays.
- Select and attach appropriate lifting equipment, including chains, slings, hooks and lifting accessories.
- Ensure steel loads are correctly balanced, secured and positioned before lifting.
- Work closely with machine operators, forklift drivers and other warehouse staff to coordinate material movements.
- Assist with loading and unloading delivery vehicles, ensuring materials are handled safely and efficiently.
- Identify different types, sizes and grades of steel and ensure materials are moved to the correct locations.
- Carry out pre-use checks on lifting equipment and report any defects or faults.
- Follow lifting procedures, safe working practices and health and safety regulations at all times.
- Maintain an organised storage area and ensure materials are stacked safely.
- Support general yard and warehouse duties when required.
ABOUT YOU
- Previous experience operating overhead cranes within a steel stockholding, steel processing or heavy engineering environment.
- Confident handling and moving heavy steel materials, including beams, plates, tubes and structural sections.
- Experience using overhead cranes to load and unload steel deliveries and feed production machinery.
- Good understanding of safe lifting techniques, load balancing and weight distribution.
- Experience using lifting accessories such as chains, slings, hooks and lifting beams.
- Ability to identify different steel products, sizes and dimensions.
- A valid overhead crane certificate or previous documented training would be advantageous.
- Knowledge of LOLER requirements and general lifting safety procedures.
- Good awareness of health and safety when working around heavy materials and moving machinery.
- Ability to work in a busy steel processing environment and communicate effectively with colleagues.
- Reliable, safety-conscious and comfortable undertaking physically demanding work.
HOURS OF WORK
Monday to Thursday - 06:00am - 14:30pm Friday - 06:00m - 11:30am
OR
Monday to Wednesday 14:30pm - 00:00pm Thursday 14:30pm - 11:30pm
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Steel Operative in Wednesbury employer: Masstemps Ltd
Join a dynamic automotive manufacturing team where your attention to detail and commitment to quality will be valued. We offer a supportive work culture that prioritises employee growth, with full training provided for those eager to learn. Located in a thriving industry hub, our company fosters collaboration and innovation, ensuring you have the opportunity to contribute meaningfully while enjoying a clean and safe working environment.
