Specialty Crane Operator - North Bay

Specialty Crane Operator•North Bay Coldspring Benefits Offered to

Full-time Employees:

Health, Dental, Optical, Medical FSA/HSA, Dependent Care (FSA), Basic Life Plan, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, 401K with Company Match, Profit Sharing (ROA), PTO (Vacation), Holidays, Jury Duty, and short term disability, long term disability, 401(k), profit sharing United States, Minnesota, Cold Spring 17482 Granite West Road (Show on map) Apr 17, 2026 Specialty Crane Operator•North Bay To apply, complete a Coldspring application at coldspringusa.com/careers, choose the desired job, and then click on "Apply Online Now."

JOB INFO

Location:

Cold Spring, MN

Department:

Monuwest•Structural

Supervisor:

John Reitmeier

Pay Grade & Range:

3000 $19.00•$27.50 (This is a representation of the position's entire pay grade range. Starting pay is based on an individual's skills, experience, and at the discretion of the hiring team.)

Status:

This is a full-time; hourly position

Hours:

Monday•

Thursday:

4:50am•3:20pm &

Friday:

4:50am•11:00am; overtime as needed Benefits Offered to

Full-time Employees:

Health, Dental, Optical, Medical FSA/HSA, Dependent Care (FSA), Basic Life Plan, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, 401K with Company Match, Profit Sharing (ROA), PTO (Vacation), Holidays, Jury Duty, and Funeral Leave

ABOUT US

Who we are: Coldspring, a family-owned business since 1898, is a leading quarrier and fabricator of natural stone and bronze for architectural, memorial, residential, and industrial markets. Headquartered in Cold Spring, Minnesota, with a primary manufacturing facility and bronze foundry, the company employs 800 people nationwide, operating 30 quarries and multiple fabrication sites. Coldspring's success stems from the dedication of its team, a commitment to innovation, and a focus on meeting and exceeding customer expectations while upholding corporate sustainability.

What We Believe :

To cultivate a culture of engagement, we emphasize the importance of physical, financial, social, community, career, and spiritual well-being-an approach we refer to as Well-Being 6.

Our Values:

HONOR :

We uphold Honesty & Integrity, approach our work in an Organized & Purposeful manner, embrace Nimbleness & Innovation, and maintain an Open & Transparent culture. With Respect & Trust as our foundation, we effectively balance the interests of employees, customers, and shareholders to create what we term win-win-win solutions. Join our

Team:

At Coldspring, our employees benefit from profit sharing, a 401K match, extensive training and career advancement opportunities, professional development, financial services, on-site coaching, wellness counseling, and more. Our comprehensive benefits and dedication to employee growth have fostered a workforce with exceptional retention and long-term commitment.

JOB SUMMARY

The Crane Operator is responsible for moving a variety of granite materials and products with an overhead crane to coordinate flow of production through all departments. This includes the moving and turning over of over-sized and/or odd shaped product running through the production facility.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

Remove any potential safety hazards from the production areas. Coordinate with multiple supervisors, crane operators and production personnel for work priority. Operate crane with correct belt, chain, sling, suction cup and/or turner based upon product being moved. Turn or roll large stones so that production personnel can complete the finishing process; includes, but not limited to roof stones, fountains, circles, odd-shaped stones, etc. Assist in loading a wide variety of machines; includes, but not limited to, polish lines, saws, wire saws, layout, mausoleum assembly, bundler, etc. Maintain an awareness of work being performed in various production machines to most effectively and efficiently plan for the movement of products. Move products to the correct machine, staging or shipping area when needed. Assist with unloading semi trailers or containers. Ensure granite placed on pallets for shipping is organized correctly by carrier and ship date. Label all shipping crates with the correct production ticket and order information. Coordinate with forklift driver to move pallets or scrap dumpsters as necessary.

QUALIFICATIONS

Must obtain forklift certification (training and certification provided by Coldspring for all employees who may be required to operate a forklift). Ability to judge distances, heights, weights and surroundings (machines, personnel and other vehicles) to safely operate crane. General knowledge of stone tolerances to ensure safe movement of stone within the production areas. Ability to perform a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another, to avoid interruptions in production. Ability to work independently, with little or no supervision. Excellent problem solving and critical thinking skills, with an emphasis in time management, improving efficiencies and exercising independent judgment to determine work priority and urgency. Mechanically inclined and general math skills. Must be able to read work orders or production tickets, which may include dimensional drawings. Ability to read a tape measure, imperial and metric. Work as a self-motivated team member who adheres to all safety protocols and is willing to cross-train as needed.

MAKE YOUR MARK AND MAKE IT LAST

If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, please call or text Karissa Lintgen at 320-685-4681 or email Karissa at klintgen@coldspringusa.com for assistance.

COLDSPRING IS A VETERAN-FRIENDLY, WELLNESS ORIENTED, TOBACCO-FREE COMPANY.

Coldspring is an Affirmative Action Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.