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Brian Roberts

Lexington,NC

Summary

With a robust background at Nucor and Harsco Metals, I've honed my expertise in crane operation and team leadership, significantly enhancing operational efficiency and safety protocols. My proactive approach in equipment maintenance and load balancing has led to notable achievements in production and team performance, embodying a commitment to excellence and continuous improvement.

Safety-conscious construction professional prepared to excel in crane operations within high-demand settings. Proven ability to execute complex lifting operations with precision and reliability. Known for strong focus on collaboration and adaptability, consistently meeting project goals and adhering to safety protocols.

Knowledgeable [Desired Position] with extensive hands-on experience operating various types of cranes in diverse construction environments. Successfully managed complex lifting tasks, ensuring safety and efficiency. Demonstrated proficiency in precise load handling and effective teamwork in dynamic job sites.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Ladle Crane Operator

Nucor
10.2023 - Current

I am doing construction work right now we are still in the construction phase. I do OPI ( open package inventory) off of a request email for stuff that is needed in the mill. Off load trucks as they come in and operating of different equipment as needed. I also do spot inventory of the material to make sure it is in the location that it says it is on the I pad.

Ladle Crane Operator

Nucor
05.2022 - 10.2023

I was in charge of taking care of the meltshop during production and down days. During normal operations taking ladles from the ladle wall to furnace and from LF to the caster and from caster back to ladle wall. I was responsible for making sure the alloy bins was full and the alloys at LF stayed stocked changing electrodes at LF and Furnace. During down days help with the maintenance on the crane and flying things up for the furnace and LF

Scrap Crane Operator

Nucor
10.2021 - 05.2022

I was in charge of loading a ecs with scrap that goes into the furnace. I had to load scrap off a computer system I was also in charge of keeping the scrap bays pulled up for scrap trucks to have room to dump. I helped on the floor during down days at the furnace such has help bricking the furnace and cleaning the pits out with skid steer.

Shipping Bay Crane Operator

Nucor Steel Arkansas
08.2019 - 10.2021

I was in charge of pulling coils off the Galv line for prodution. I then sat them in the prep are for the team to OD and ID protectors on the coil, and then I sat them on the wrapper machine to get wrapped, and then I put them into inventory in the bay. I was also in charge of loading rail cars with coils for customers. I also loaded over the road trucks with coils, and I also loaded local trucks to take coils from our bay to kinder morgan for storage. I also worked on the floor on days off to help with overtime coverage I done cutbacks, ran wrapper, and loaded rail cars. I also filled in as lead loader where i made up loads for rail and ordered rail cars for the bay.

Taylor Operator

Nucor Steel Arkansas
05.2015 - 08.2019

We had a four day rotation Day 1 we pulled coils from the hot mill and placed them into inventory in the yard. Day 2 I loaded coils on to over the road trucks for customers i had approximately 60 trucks a day. I also had to make sure that the truck drivers had the right safety equipment. Day 3 I loaded rail cras with a Mi Jack Straddle crane loaded approximately 16 rail cars a day I also cleaned out and set up dunnage in car for the loading of coils. Day 4 I was in charge of loading coils for the pickle line we pulled and staged coils on a beam until the pickle mill was ready for the coil I them loaded coil on to the pickle line. While I was a taylor operator I was also trained as a lead loader, Shipping Bay Crane Operator, Port Crane Operator, and Loco Operator. I also done a interim lead loader for 9 months I was of in charge of leading 10 man crew to meet production, and load rail cars setting up loads in as400 for customers and meeting month end goals. I also filled in at the port crane to load barges when needed.

Warehouse Worker

Nucor Steel Arkansas
08.2013 - 05.2015
  • Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
  • Consistently lifted materials weighing as much as 50 pounds.
  • Maintained clean workspaces by enforcing strict housekeeping guidelines for storage areas, dock bays, and equipment zones.
  • Reduced order processing times with streamlined picking, packing, and shipping procedures.
  • Contributed to achieving team goals with consistent punctuality, reliability, and adherence to established performance standards.
  • Helped maintain an organized stockroom by labeling shelves clearly, designating specific areas for different products, and rotating stock regularly as required.

Refractory Helper

Vesuvius Inc
04.2012 - 08.2013

I helped a Nucor employee set up tundishes for the caster and helped cleaning around the tundish yard. I was in charge of cleaning out the tundish and setting the split rings for the SEN. I was also in charge of setting the heater in the tundish and dri vibe material around it and bake it For 2 hours. Then I would pull the heater and set the furniture in the tundish to get ready to fly up to caster. Done some belly box crane work such as fly material up to the deck and fly tundish to tundish car for the caster.

Lead Man

Harsco Metals
08.2009 - 01.2012
  • Assisted in employee training, boosting their skills and knowledge base for enhanced job performance.
  • Prioritized tasks based on deadline requirements, ensuring timely completion of assignments without compromising quality.
  • Trained and mentored new employees to enable safe and efficient job performance.
  • Checked equipment to determine if maintenance was required.
  • Oversaw daily operations leading to reduced errors through proactive monitoring of progress.
  • Played a crucial role in meeting project deadlines by effectively managing resources at hand.
  • Confirmed that finished products met internal and external requirements to promote uniform quality standard.
  • Established clear communication channels to foster teamwork and collaboration among team members.
  • Performed safety and environmental health observations and notified management of non-compliance issues to promote safe working conditions.
  • Collaborated closely with other department leads ensuring alignment of goals across multiple projects.
  • Evaluated staff performance, providing constructive feedback for continued growth and development.
  • Operated heavy equipment to perform designated operations and meet production requirements.

Hydraulic Crane Operator

Harsco Metals
12.2003 - 08.2009

I was in charge of Loading Buckets for the Nucor Furnace. I had to load layers into charge buckets i had to hit target weights on the different scrap on the computer system.

Education

High School Diploma -

South Pemiscot High School
Steele, MO
05-2003

Skills

  • Crane operation
  • Load lifting
  • Safety protocols
  • Equipment maintenance
  • Load balancing
  • Rigging techniques
  • Operational efficiency

Timeline

Ladle Crane Operator

Nucor
10.2023 - Current

Ladle Crane Operator

Nucor
05.2022 - 10.2023

Scrap Crane Operator

Nucor
10.2021 - 05.2022

Shipping Bay Crane Operator

Nucor Steel Arkansas
08.2019 - 10.2021

Taylor Operator

Nucor Steel Arkansas
05.2015 - 08.2019

Warehouse Worker

Nucor Steel Arkansas
08.2013 - 05.2015

Refractory Helper

Vesuvius Inc
04.2012 - 08.2013

Lead Man

Harsco Metals
08.2009 - 01.2012

Hydraulic Crane Operator

Harsco Metals
12.2003 - 08.2009

High School Diploma -

South Pemiscot High School
Brian Roberts