Job Description
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.
Major Duties and Responsibilities:
- Operate an overhead crane using a box controller in a safe, secure, and productive manner
- Move product through a chemical cleaning process along a grated catwalk
- Inspect rigging before placing product into system
- Check for damage or defect of product during process including chains and wires
- Make recommendations to resolve any damage or defects found in products
- Inspect for proper vent/drain
- Inspect for proper pickling
- Add chemicals as required
- Assist Riggers as needed and fill in during staggered breaks/lunches (back Pickler)
- Learn kettle and dip process and fill in during staggered breaks/lunches (front Pickler)
- Place product in kettle
- Complete any required paperwork
- Establish priorities and reorder priorities when necessary
- Maintain a safe and productive working environment by wearing required personal protective equipment and following facility safety regulations at all times
- Follow all required processes, procedures and regulations
Additional Responsibilities:
- Pay attention to detail and follow work instructions
- Calculate simple mathematics and accurately read a tape measure
- Communicate and interact with coworkers in a positive manner
- Be a team player in a diverse group assisting in other areas/in other ways as needed or when idle.
- Be a person of passion and integrity who has the drive to excel and deliver exceptional results
Job Qualifications:
- High school diploma or GED preferred
- Minimum 1 year of experience operating an overhead crane
- Experience in a manufacturing environment preferred
- Experience working with chemicals preferred
- Experience working with a dipping or cleaning process preferred
Key Competencies:
- Patience
- Communication
- Attention to Detail
- Flexibility
- Working Well under Pressure
- Organization
- Teamwork
- Integrity
- Self-supervision
Physical Requirements:
- Able to lift up to 50 lbs,
- Able stand, walk, sit, bend, squat, stoop, climb, push, pull, reach, grasp, hold and carry for various periods of time.
- Able to wear required PPE at all times: Hard hat, safety glasses, ear plugs, gloves, reflective vest, long sleeves, long pants, steel toed boots with built in met guards, face shield, chemical apron and other PPE requirements as needed.
Job Summary:
Move product through the chemical cleaning process using an overhead crane safely in a fast-paced industrial environment. Inspection of material for vent/drain, inspection of chains/wires and inspection of proper pickling are required. Fill in for rigging or kettle during staggered breaks/lunches. Must follow all processes, procedures and regulations and maintain the highest of standards including no damage to product and/or equipment. Must wear PPE at all times, arrive on time, work the required schedule each week and report any damage or issues to the department supervisor immediately. Must be aware of surroundings at all times including coworkers, especially while in movement.
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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