Shawn Elliott
Summary
Knowledgeable and versatile crane operator with extensive experience (17+ years) in the steel mill industry. Skilled in overhead and remote crane handling as well as various other job roles .Dedicated employee who goes above and beyond to exceed expectations. Recognized for training new hires and ensuring safety compliance. Adaptable, problem-solving, quick-learning, team player contributing to safe and efficient operations and committed to excellence in high-pressure environments.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Crane Operator
Gerdau
Charlotte, NC
04.2019 - Current
- Overhead crane and equipment operator (cabs & remote)
- Remote controlled crane operator
- Offline saw operator
- Switch Tractor operator
- Inventory Tech
- Forklift operator
- Pencil rod machine operator
- Safety Multiplier Certification and OSHA training
- Knowledgeable of production programs such as QMAS, SAP (Reclassification, Split & Merge, Internal Transfers, Outbound Process)
- Designated trainer for new hires
- Completes all pre-op and detailed records for each shift
- On-site construction renovation: completed flooring, framework, sheetrock, electrical and painting of break room/ conference room. Poured and formed concrete in railtrack areas of warehouse.
Overhead Crane Operator
Gerdau/ TMS
Cartersville, GA
06.2011 - 04.2019
- Operated overhead cranes ( cabs & remote)
- Operated gantry crane (loading & receiving scrap)
- Operated Mi-Jack crane (loading railcars)
- Remote Controlled overhead crane operator
- Switch Tractor operator
- Operated forklifts, dump trucks and loaders
- Designated trainer for new hires
- Maintained detailed records of completed tasks and essential documentation for compliance purposes.
- Use of QMAS, SAP
- OSHA training
Furnace Operator/Overhead Crane Operator/ Equipment Operator
SMI Steel
Birmingham, AL
1990 - 1993
Furnace, Caster, Refractory, Overhead Crane (Scrap, Charging, Billet Yard Crane)
Education
Hanceville High School
Hanceville, ALSkills
- Proficient in equipment operation (17 years in steel mill industry)
- Team player/ Communication
- Problem-solving abilities/ quick learner
- Experienced with cross-training/ working in multiple job roles
- Physical fitness & stamina
- Welding/ Fabrication
- Climate adaptability/ Safety awareness
Certification
- Safety Multiplier Certification
- OSHA Training
Timeline
Crane Operator
Gerdau
04.2019 - Current
Overhead Crane Operator
Gerdau/ TMS
06.2011 - 04.2019
Furnace Operator/Overhead Crane Operator/ Equipment Operator
SMI Steel
1990 - 1993
Hanceville High School