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.

A Brief Summary of This Position:

While working under the direction of the Departmental Supervisor/Lead Person, the Material Handler will be responsible for the complete process of loading all products safely and accurately according to company policies, procedures and work instructions.

Nights 3rd Shift Standard Schedule: Monday - Thursday 9PM - 7AM*

*As needed, there will be work hours required outside the Standard Shift Schedule (above)

Starting Hourly Pay Rate (LG4): $20.34 + $1.00 per hour shift differential**

**Shift differential is paid when hours worked are on an eligible shift

Opportunity for step pay increases at 90 days, 1 year and 2 years

Eligible for annual discretionary bonus

Essential Functions:

• Be responsible for the proper identification of material being loaded or unloaded by part number, description, quantity and quality

• Be responsible for gathering customer orders and staging by stop schedule on the consolidation card and updating the consolidation cards for shortages

• Use ship papers and CDR load sheets to identify product to be loaded as required

• Transport product to the staging area using straddle truck and forklift

• Be responsible for operating overhead cranes to lift/move pole product from bolsters to bolsters

• Perform general housekeeping which includes and not limited to sweeping, painting, operating powered sweeper and mopping

• Exercise a keen sense of awareness when moving product to dispose of wood dunnage with exposed by product to avoid tripping hazards.

• Assist in loading trailers as needed

• Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications of Every Candidate (Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities):

• High School Diploma or GED

• Must be able to read and write English

• Ability to use common manufacturing math

• 6 months prior experience working in a manufacturing environment 

• 6 months prior experience operating heavy equipment

• 6 months prior experience using computer inventory control system

• Become a certified forklift operator

• Complete overhead crane training

• Become proficient in operating a straddle truck

Highly Qualified Candidates Will Also Possess These Qualifications:

• 1 year prior experience working in a manufacturing environment

• 1 year prior working experience operating heavy equipment

• 1 year prior working experience using IFS system to tract work orders

• The ability to accurately and honestly check one’s own work for quality assurance

• A person of passion and integrity who has the drive to excel and deliver exceptional results

Working Environment and Physical Efforts:

Ambient temperatures in work areas coincide with seasonal weather changes.  Exposure to metal and smoke fumes due to surrounding processes.  Abnormal noise level throughout the shop requiring hearing protection to be worn at all times.  Direct exposure to dirt, grease, mill scale, cutting fluid, rust inhibitors, and metal particles and splinters.

Incumbent will also be exposed to production facilities where specific PPE will be required such as hand, hearing, foot, eye, and head protection.  There will also be frequent exposure to outside elements for short periods of time.  Being outside will also expose them to material handling equipment such as forklifts, straddle trucks, and shag trucks. 

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.

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