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A Brief Summary of This Position

The Material Controller will be responsible for moving product to maintain appropriate flow through production areas.  The incumbent will be responsible for receiving, issuing and physically moving material in an efficient and timely manner.

Essential Functions

• Provides accurate and timely documentation of material and product movement to ensure the accuracy of the computers inventory system and the physical location and organization of inventory.
• Interprets production plans and shipping orders to provide the required levels of material handling and shipping.
• Complete regular cycle counts under the guidelines set by accounting ensuring the accuracy in IFS.
• Work timely and expeditiously to deliver an on-time product without errors.
• Use various types of material handling equipment including forklifts and overhead cranes to assist in the load, unload and movement of materials and product.

Other Important Details about the Role

• Must regularly assess and update priorities ensuring no lapse in production.
• Complete TPM inspection of the forklift on a daily basis.
• Perform other duties as directed by leaders and management.
• Actively participate in department safety, demonstrate excellent safety practices and behaviors which conform to all Valmont safety policies and procedures.

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

• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 1 year experience in a heavy manufacturing environment is desired.
• Prior forklift and overhead crane experience.
• Ability to prioritize work in order to complete deadlines.
• Basic computer knowledge and an understanding of job-related programs.

Highly Qualified Candidates Will Also Possess These Qualifications

• An Associate’s degree in manufacturing related field.
• Leads by example and earns the respect and trust of co-workers customers and other stakeholders.
• An understanding of priorities and balances short-term and long-term requirements.
• Communicates opening and honestly in a clear and concise manner on an ongoing basis

Working Environment and Physical Efforts

This position will work in both indoor and outdoor locations during all seasons of the year.  Safety glasses with side shields and safety shoes will be required to enter production areas as well as hearing protection.  While performing the duties of this job, the incumbent may be required to reach with hands and arms.  The incumbent will also be required to frequently use hands and fingers at the keyboard. It may be required to get on and off heavy machinery.  In addition, the incumbent may occasionally be required to bend or twist.  The employee must occasionally lift, pull or move up to 50 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this include close vision distance vision and ability to adjust focus.

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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