Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Crane Operator

Automation Personnel Services is seeking a dependable and safety-focused Crane Operator for a company located in New Orleans, LA. In this role, you will be responsible for handling materials related to the shipping and receiving of inventory and customer orders while operating overhead cranes and forklifts safely and efficiently.

Pay Rate

$18.00 - $20.00 per hour

Schedule

Monday through Friday

• 5:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• 3:00 PM – 3:00 AM

Crane Operator Duties & Responsibilities

• Safely operate overhead cranes and forklifts.
• Identify and handle products according to color coding and customer specifications.
• Read and utilize measuring devices accurately.
• Unload and receive inbound stock shipments.
• Load outbound shipments and complete all required shipping and receiving documentation.
• Properly secure loads for transport, including chaining and tarping trailers.
• Follow all safety policies, procedures, and operational guidelines.
• Maintain an organized work area and assist with inventory movement as needed.

Crane Operator Qualifications & Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years of experience operating overhead cranes in an industrial or distribution environment.
• Current overhead crane certification required.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Knowledge of DOT regulations regarding load weights and transportation requirements.
• Ability to follow safety procedures and operational processes.
• Dependable attendance and strong work ethic.
• Willingness to learn new skills and assist with training others.

Full time ,

Benefits

• Weekly Pay
• Medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, and life insurance
• 40 Hours Service Bonus after 1 year of continuous service and 1500 hours
• 6 paid Holidays after 1 year of continuous service and 1500 hours

401(k) Retirement Plan
Automation Personnel Services is the only staffing agency specializing in manufacturing and industrial roles that offers 401(k) matching to all eligible contingent and temporary associates.

Click Apply Now to submit your application or call us at 504.888.4705 to learn more. You can also apply in person at our office located at:

Automation Personnel Services New Orleans Branch
4027 Veterans Memorial Blvd
Metairie, LA 70002

Bonus Opportunity!
We are also offering a $50.00 referral bonus. Both employee and referral must stay on assignment for 30 days to receive the payout.

About Automation Personnel Services
Automation Personnel Services is a highly recognized staffing agency with over 30 years of experience in manufacturing and light-industrial staffing. Our accolades include:

• 11-time consecutive winner of the ClearlyRated® Best of Staffing Client Award (2016-2026).
• Winner of the ClearlyRated® Best of Staffing Talent Award (2019-2026).
• Recipient of the Safety Standard of Excellence Award by the American Staffing Association.
• Named one of the Best Staffing Companies to Work For by CIO Views Magazine.
• Named one of America’s Best Temp Staffing Firms by Forbes (2025).
• Consistently ranked among the top U.S. staffing agencies by Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA).

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