(NEW) Overhead Crane Operator-Decatur, Alabama in Decatur, Alabama at Friedman Industries Inc

Machine Operator – Steel Processing - Decatur, Alabama
Friedman Industries is hiring a safety-focused Overhead Crane Operator for our Sinton, TX facility. If you take pride in doing the job safely and right the first time, you'll move steel coils and bundles to production, load and unload trucks and railcars, and be a key part of a fast-paced, team-driven operation.
Above-market benefits: 100% employer-paid health, dental & life insurance • 401(k) • profit-sharing bonus • paid holidays & PTO.

WHAT YOU'LL DO (Job Description)
• Safely operate 10-, 15-, and 30-ton overhead cranes using multiple lifting techniques and wireless remotes.
• Move bundles and coils of steel to production lines and load/unload trucks and railcars.
• Identify material, follow placement protocols, and keep accurate inventory paperwork.
• Communicate quality and service issues and support continuous-improvement efforts.
• Keep your area clean and safe, and help hold the team accountable to safe work practices.

WHAT YOU'LL BRING (Qualifications / Experience)
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum one year of overhead crane operating experience.
• Basic math skills, and the ability to read a micrometer and tape measure.
• Proven ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment and to execute complex, detailed processes accurately and consistently.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team, and to adapt to change.
• Ability to work in a plant environment.
• Capable of lifting 50 pounds repeatedly with proper ergonomic form, and to work without sitting (other than breaks) for an entire shift.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, multiple shifts, and weekends.
• Reliable transportation.

NICE TO HAVE
• Some post-high-school education.
• Experience operating equipment in the same or a similar industry to steel cut-to-length operations.
• Computer experience.

OUR BENEFITS
We've built a benefits program that is above market - competitive in our industry and in every region where we operate. Friedman employees enjoy:
• 100% employer-paid health, dental, life, and short & long-term disability insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Education reimbursement
• 11 paid holidays per year
• PTO (personal time off)
• Paid maternity & paternity leave programs
• Bonus programs (profit-sharing incentive)
• Uniform & PPE provided

ABOUT FRIEDMAN INDUSTRIES
Founded in 1965, Friedman Industries is a leading manufacturer and processor of metal products, operating eight U.S. facilities across metal processing, distribution, and pipe and tube production. Publicly traded on Nasdaq (ticker FRD) since 1972, the company produces hot-rolled sheet and plate and offers slitting, cut-to-length, and welded-pipe capabilities nationwide.
Friedman Industries' success is due to the talented work of our team members. We are passionate about what we do, how we accomplish our results (safety and quality), and our entrepreneurial culture. Our administrative offices are in Longview, Texas and The Woodlands, Texas.
Our Commitment: Recognizing that our employees are our most valuable assets, we place safety above all else. Our employees, our customers, and our shareholders are all our partners. With a persistent focus on safety and quality today and an ambition for opportunity tomorrow, we will all succeed in the partnership. We value the unique perspective of each member of our team and are committed to fostering a collaborative culture where everyone can grow and contribute to a safe and supportive work environment.

CRIMIINAL HISTORY: (Note about application questions related to background – for all locations except Illinois)
A conviction is not an automatic bar to employment. Do NOT disclose arrests or charges without conviction; dismissed or acquitted charges; expunged, sealed, or nondisclosure records; juvenile records; or anything you may lawfully deny under your state's law — answer "No" if that is your only history. We consider the nature of the offense, time elapsed, and its relation to the position before any decision. Truthful answers will not necessarily disqualify you; misrepresentation or omission of requested information may result in offer withdrawal or termination.

Friedman Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

HOW TO APPLY
Ready to join a team that puts safety first? Apply today.