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Our Coatings Site in Miami is currently seeking Material Handlers for a Second Shift position (3:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m., Monday–Friday).

This is an individual‑contributor role responsible for receiving, unloading, and storing incoming product loads, as well as inspecting finished products for damage or defects. The incumbent will operate forklifts, cranes, and other material‑handling equipment to move materials throughout the facility. Additional responsibilities include identifying materials being loaded and unloaded, creating tags for unloaded products, taking notes and photos, and entering that information into the computer system.

The selected candidate will also inspect galvanized products to ensure a high‑quality finish and make recommendations to address any damage or defects identified. This role requires regular interaction with team members and truck drivers, coordination of special handling needs resulting from inspections, and strict adherence to all safety procedures, including the proper use of required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

Shift & Incentives

Second Shift Hours: 3:00 p.m. – 11:30 p.m.
Eligible for:

• Monthly Attendance Bonus: $200
• Monthly Individual Target Bonus

Essential Functions:

• Operate forklifts with the capacity to move up to 22,000 lbs. of material on and off of flatbed trailers, crane and other material handling equipment.
• Communicating potential problems or needs with material to the Lead or Supervisor
• Inspect incoming material for proper venting and hanging. Must be able to identify coated material.
• Inspect galvanized material to ensure it meets the quality standards, reject material that does not meet quality standards, and coordinate special handling for this material
• Read tags, bills of lading, and shipping and receiving papers
• Verify tags on incoming products with details including piece count and finished product packaging
• Move pieces of steel and other material up to 50 pounds by hand from different locations in the plant and yard
• Operate small hand tools including tape measures, micrometers, saws, drills, riveters, and nail guns
• Other duties as assigned

Important Details about the Role

• Assist in area housekeeping and clean up
• The ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide
• Stand 90% of a shift and work outside in extreme weather conditions
• Communicate and interact with coworkers in a positive manner
• The ability to pay attention to detail and follow work instructions
• High awareness for safety
• Must be a person of passion and integrity who has the drive to excel and deliver exceptional results

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

• High school diploma. 2 years relevant experience
• Ability to work with wood and small hand tools such as tape measures, saws, drills, riveters, and nail guns
• Ability to safely operate forklifts, cranes and other material handling machines.
• Ability to ensure that products meet quality standards
• Ability to bundle, crate, box, and wrap products to be shipped
• Ability to load a truck
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds frequently throughout a shift

Highly Qualified Candidates Will Also Possess These Qualifications

• Two (2) years’ experience operating a forklift or other machines in a professional environment

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 based on 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, please reach out to your Human Resources Department or email EEOCompliance@Valmont.com.

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 EEOCompliance@Valmont.com.