Overhead Crane Operator

***Miller Industries - Thompson Road - North - Fenton, Michigan*** ***Who We Are*** At Miller Industries, we design, engineer, and manufacture custom products right here in the USA, at our locations in Fenton and Burton, Michigan, and with additional engineering support in El Paso, Texas. The divisions of our business include Miller Fabricated Systems, Flex Air, Miller Industries Representatives, and our MI Service Group. Together, we have the capabilities to provide our customers with custom steel fabrication, custom commercial and industrial HVAC systems, and various modular mechanical and electrical systems. Over the years, we have been a primary supplier to automotive, healthcare, institutional, and semiconductor manufacturers worldwide. We take great pride in our family-operated business built on hard work and a passion for making quality products. We are committed to ensuring the needs of our employees are met and even exceeded, and that they can grow and develop throughout their careers. As we continue to grow at a rapid pace, we are looking for skilled talent to join our team. If you believe this opportunity is right for you, we welcome you to apply today! ***Who We Want*** Miller Industries is seeking **Overhead Crane Operators** for our 1st Shift in Fenton, Michigan. The hours are 6 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday – Friday, with overtime as required for production on weekends. The position will focus on safely operating overhead bridge cranes and related lifting equipment to move, position, load, and unload materials in support of production and shipping/receiving operations. This role requires attention to detail, clear communication with team members, and strict adherence to all safety procedures. ***What You Will Be Doing*** - Operate overhead cranes (e.g., bridge/gantry/jib) to lift, move, and position materials and equipment safely and efficiently. - Maintain safe operating speeds, clearances, and load control; prevent swing, shock-loading, and overloading. - Comply with all safety rules, lockout/tagout requirements, and plant policies; stop work and notify supervision of unsafe conditions. - Maintain accurate paperwork/logs (daily inspections, lift checklists, load tickets, etc.) as required. - Perform basic housekeeping in work area and assist with other material-handling tasks (e.g., forklift, pallet jack) as assigned. ***What You Get Paid*** The position pays a competitive hourly rate. We offer a competitive benefit package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, LTD, STD, a 401k with immediate match, 10 paid holidays, PTO, profit sharing bonus eligibility, and overtime opportunities. ***What Requirements Are Needed*** - High school diploma or GED (or equivalent experience). - Prior experience operating an overhead crane in an industrial/manufacturing environment. - Knowledge of crane safety practices, basic rigging principles, and load-handling procedures. - Ability to read and follow work instructions, load charts/ratings, and safety policies - Current overhead crane operator certification and/or documented training (company, union, or third-party). - Rigging/signalperson training or certification. - Forklift experience/certification. - Experience handling large, awkward, or high-value loads. - Basic mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills. ***Physical & Mental Requirements*** Must have the physical and mental strength and endurance to be able to perform duties. Required to frequently lift and move 10-50 pounds. Expected to stand, sit, walk, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, bend, and operate objects, tools, and controls. *At Miller Industries, our mission is to be the most respected custom modular integrator of applied mechanical and electrical equipment across the globe. We value integrity and quality in everything we do. We listen, collaborate, and work towards continuous improvement every day.* *We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and ap…