Why Valmont
 

We’re Here to Move the World Forward.

Valmont impacts millions of people around the world every day, yet they might not realize the many ways. Our technology is helping feed the growing population, supplying the world with more reliable energy and access to renewables, enhancing connectivity in remote and urban locations to create a sustainable future and so much more. Simply put, Valmont is advancing agricultural productivity and reimagining vital infrastructure to make life better.

Join a Fortune 1000 company that respects hard work, honors diversity and invests in our employees as we focus on creating the world of tomorrow, today. We are the modern workforce. Are you ready to move the world forward? Apply now.

How you will contribute

Valmont is currently seeking a highly motivated and talented individual for the Quality Checker position in the Global Coatings Division. We are looking for a highly driven individual that will have an aptitude for using measuring devices, attention to detail and the ability to communicate inspection results. A thorough understanding of inspection techniques, and the materials, gauges, tools and equipment of the trade. Additionally, you will…

• Inspects galvanized product to insure conformance to company and customer standards.  Tests coating thickness of product with properly calibrated thickness gauge and records on form.
• Inspects galvanized or coated products using fixed and variable measuring instruments
• Inspects for irregularities in coatings; non-coated areas, icicles, drips, zinc build up, ash or other foreign matter on the freshly galvanized or coated products.
• Compares product count with productions schedule to insure finished product matches customer count.
• Responsible for rejecting product that does not meet customer and company standards
• Able to work independently
• Excellent communication skills
• Occasional travel offsite to customer
• Maintains a clean and hazard-free workplace; protects self and others from accident and injury.
• Exhibit excellent safety practices and behaviors and follows the intended purposes of Valmont safety policies and procedures

What it takes

Required Qualifications

• The ability to work in a high volume, fast paced environment
• Must have a high awareness for safety at all times
• The ability to pay attention to detail and follow work instructions 
• The ability to identify and communicate product problems to departmental supervision
• The ability to work in extreme temperatures and conditions
• Must be a person of passion and integrity who has the drive to excel and deliver exceptional results

Highly qualified candidates will also possess:

• One year of previous experience in a manufacturing and fabrication environment
• One year of previous experience in a quality control or related position
• One year of previous experience with operating hand and/or power tools
• The ability to communicate and interact with coworkers and customers in a positive manner
• The ability to recognize and solve practical problems or issues

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Benefits

Valmont offers employees and their families a comprehensive Total Wellbeing benefit package to ensure their individual and family’s overall wellness needs are met. Some offerings are dependent upon the role, work schedule, or location and can include the following:

• Healthcare (medical, prescription drugs, dental and vision)

• 401k retirement plan with company match

• Paid time off

• Employer paid life insurance

• Employer paid short-term and long-term disability including maternity leave

• Work Life Support

• Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250 per year

• Voluntary programs like tobacco cessation, Type 2 diabetes reversal, one-on-one health coaching, mortgage services and more

Valmont does not discriminate against any employee or applicant in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law.  Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

If you have a disability and require any assistance in filling out the application for employment email [email protected].