Overhead Crane Operator
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Position Overview & Specifications
Are you a Production Operative/Overhead Crane Operator looking for a good opportunity at a leading Manufacturing company in the Dudley area?
Our client are recruiting for a skilled and experienced Production Operative to add to their production team with an Indate Overhead Crane License and experienced working in the steel industry.
Job Role
- Working in a fast-paced production environment
- Assisting with the movement of sheet metal around the factory.
- Operating Overhead Crane
- Working to productivity targets
- Maintaining a clean working environment on the shop floor
- Assisting with machinery when required around the shop floor.
- Assisting other staff such as welders and fitters
- Working with a range of raw materials
Experience/Requirements
- Previous working experience in engineering/sheet metal environment is essential
- In date Overhead Crane licence.
- Good communication skills liaising with other departments.
- Comfortable with manual handling and can adhere to Health & Safety regulations
- Comfortable with operating the Overhead Crane.
The Package
- 12 week temporary to permanent contract.
- Days 8am - 4:30 pm
- Opportunity to develop in other areas of the shop floor which can then lead to performance bonuses
- On site parking.
- Opportunity to progress within an established company.
For more information about this role or to apply for a potential start please contact Advanced Recruit on 01902 23900.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £10.50-£11.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Brierley Hill, DY5 1QA: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Experience:
- Crane Operator: 2 years (required)
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: Advanced Recruit Ltd
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Overhead Crane Operator roles across Advanced Recruit Ltd's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £11 - £11 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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