Job Description

Overhead Crane Operator

$27.22/hr + Shift Differential

2nd Shift | Monday-Thursday | 2:30 PM - 12:50 AM

90 Day Contract to Hire into the Union

What You'll Do

• Operate an overhead crane to load and unload semi-trailers
• Move and stage metal products throughout the warehouse
• Supply materials to machine operators
• Handle finished products after processing
• Learn additional equipment, including cut-to-length lines and plasma cutters

What We're Looking For

• Overhead crane experience
• Warehouse, material handling, or manufacturing experience
• Ability to read a tape measure and perform basic math
• Strong mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn

Schedule

• Train on 1st Shift: 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM
• Move to 2nd Shift: 2:30 PM - 12:50 AM
• Monday-Thursday schedule

Benefits After Hire-On

• Monthly production bonus
• Quarterly safety bonus (up to 4%)
• 401(k) with 5% company match
• Union benefits
• Cross-training and advancement opportunities

Work Environment

• Large industrial warehouse
• Hot in summer, cold in winter
• Long-term contract-to-union opportunity

Multiple openings available. Candidates must be open to training on 1st shift before transitioning to 2nd shift.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Minneapolis, MN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $27.97 - $27.97/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Minneapolis, MN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 7, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

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.

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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