Overhead Crane Operator — $25–$27/hr

Join a stable, growing metal manufacturing team with long-term opportunity!

Are you an experienced overhead crane operator looking for a position where your skills are valued and your growth matters? This is a great opportunity to join a leading sheet‑metal supplier known for high-quality products, hands‑on training, and a supportive team culture.

We're looking for someone who enjoys fast-paced industrial environments, takes pride in safe and efficient material handling, and wants to advance into machine operation over time.

What You’ll Do

In this role, you’ll play a vital part in our production flow:

Operate overhead cranes to unload semis and move materials throughout the facilityStage and organize sheet metal products with precision and careHandle materials after they’ve been cut to length, ensuring smooth workflowSupport machine operators with material handling and line organizationTrain on advanced equipment, including:Plasma cutting machinesCut‑to‑length linesGrow your skill set with hands-on coaching and opportunities to certify on multiple machinesWhat Makes You a Great FitExperience operating overhead cranes (major advantage!)Strong material handling and inventory skillsAt least 1 year of manufacturing experienceWillingness to learn new equipment, processes, and machinesOrder picking or sheet metal experience is a plusWhy You’ll Love Working Here90‑day contract-to-union pathway — unlock higher wages and long-term stabilityCompany-paid machine training and equipment certificationsCompetitive pay with room to grow as you master new machineryStrong benefits package once hired directlyA team-focused environment where safety, respect, and reliability matterBe part of a company supplying high-demand metal products to major customersYour Work Environment

You’ll be working in a large, historic industrial warehouse originally built to construct warships — a unique, open, and spacious facility built for heavy-duty production.

Protected from the elements, though temperatures can fluctuate with the seasonsFull-time schedule:1st shift: 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM2nd shift: 2:20 PM – 12:50 AM (training on 1st shift for up to 1 month)Enjoy two paid 15‑minute breaks and a 30‑minute lunchSteel‑toe boots with non‑detachable metatarsal protection requiredSafety paperwork and training completed on Day 1Monday–Thursday schedule — enjoy three-day weekends!

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Roseville, MN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $26.00 - $27.05/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job\n classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be\n subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits\n available for this temporary role may include the following:\n\n • Medical, dental & vision\n • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital\n • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available\n • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)\n • Short and long-term disability\n • Health Spending Account (HSA)\n • Transportation benefits\n • Employee Assistance Program\n • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Roseville,MN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 6, 2026.

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\n About Aerotek:\n\n

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

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Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

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The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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