Overhead Crane Operator

Position Overview

JGM is hiring an experienced Material Handler / Crane Operator to join our team at our heavy industrial structural steel fabrication facility in Coatesville, PA.

In this role, you'll work inside our fabrication shop alongside our processing and fabrication teams, using overhead cranes to move beams, columns, plate, and fabricated assemblies through the shop. Our Coatesville shop runs (7) 20-ton and (3) 10-ton overhead cranes, and you'll play a key part in keeping steel moving safely between processing equipment, fit-up and weld stations, and shipping.

This is a hands-on role for someone with real overhead crane and rigging experience in a steel, fabrication, or heavy manufacturing shop. If you're safety-focused, dependable, and looking for steady full-time work, consistent overtime, strong benefits, and opportunities to grow your skills, JGM offers a long-term place to build your career.

Location: Coatesville, PA

Schedule:

Monday–Friday, 5:00 AM–3:30 PM

Every other two-week period: 5:00 AM–5:30 PM through December

Optional Saturday shifts available every week

Consistent overtime opportunities

What You'll Do

Operate overhead cranes (up to 20-ton capacity) to move, pick, set, and stage structural steel throughout the shop

Select, inspect, and rig loads using chains, slings, spreader bars, and beam and plate clamps

Flip, roll, and position beams, columns, and fabricated pieces for fitters and welders

Load and unload processing equipment, including beam drill lines, saws, plate processors, and cambering equipment

Stage material at fit-up and weld stations to keep production on schedule

Read tags, piece marks, and cut lists to make sure the right piece gets to the right station

Move finished pieces to shipping and assist with occasional forklift and yard moves

Perform daily crane and rigging inspections and report maintenance concerns

Use standard crane hand signals and keep people clear of suspended loads

Keep work areas clean, organized, and free of hazards

What We're Looking For

2+ years of overhead crane and material handling experience required

Previous experience in a structural steel, fabrication, heavy manufacturing, or similar shop environment

Hands-on rigging experience, including selecting and inspecting rigging for long, heavy, or awkward loads

Experience flipping and positioning beams, plate, or fabricated pieces is strongly preferred

Experience working around processing equipment (beam lines, saws, plate processors) is a plus

Forklift experience is a plus

Knowledge of standard crane hand signals

Ability to read tags, piece marks, and cut lists, and to use a tape measure

Strong safety awareness and attention to surroundings

Reliable, self-motivated, and comfortable working as part of a team

Willing to complete OSHA 10 training upon hire; current OSHA 10 certification is a plus

High school diploma or GED preferred

Benefits & JGM Perks

JGM offers competitive benefits along with the stability and opportunity of working for a growing industrial construction and fabrication company:

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays

401(k) with Company Match

Company-Paid Life Insurance

Short- and Long-Term Disability

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Referral Program

Training and Continuing Education Support

Steady, Full-Time, Year-Round Work

Consistent Overtime Opportunities

Opportunities to Learn New Equipment and Grow Within JGM

Company-Provided PPE

Free Lunch Every Other Friday

Daily Vending Machine Card

The Work Environment

This position is based inside our Coatesville structural steel fabrication shop, with occasional work in the outdoor yard as needed. You'll work around overhead cranes, forklifts, processing equipment, and active fit-up and welding operations while helping keep steel moving safely and efficiently.

JGM provides required PPE and places a strong emphasis on safety, teamwork, and giving employees the training and tools they need to succeed.

Safety-Sensitive Position

This is a safety-sensitive role. Candidates must successfully complete a pre-employment drug screening, including testing for marijuana, in accordance with JGM's safety policies and applicable regulations.