3403 Charlotte Ave Elkhart Indiana 46517-1150
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.
Essential Functions
- Ability to perform the functions of the job while adhering to the Safety Absolutes.
- If applicable based on location, operate a hand-held grinder to finish small part components
- Load machine programs, as needed, specific to product orders
- Process material in accordance with shop drawings through the use of designated machines
- Troubleshoot causes of operating errors and determine possible resolutions
- Maintain material traceability
- Seek opportunities for improvements within the manufacturing department
- Perform tasks according to production needs to minimize downtime
- Determine machine maintenance needs and perform light maintenance, as needed
- Manage time to efficiently produce quality products within designated work hours
- Communicate information and provide feedback, in person, with co-workers, Shift Lead, Shift Supervisor &/or Production/Operations Manager
- Perform lean, 5S, and/or general housekeeping
- Accountable and responsible for essential tools and equipment provided and if applicable, based on location, the maintenance of these tools and equipment
- If applicable based on location, responsible for machine set up, including setting rollers to specified lengths, and verifying dimensions from shop drawings.
- If applicable based on location, observe operation and periodically verify conformance of machined work to process sheet, specifications, and blueprint data.
- If applicable based on location, inspect aluminum shafts and evaluate condition.
- If applicable based on location, remove dents, grind and router as needed.
- If applicable based on location, prepare finished shafts for protection in shipment as directed by work instruction.
- If appliable based on location, bend trapezoids into pole shafts and inspect to ensure bend is accurate
- If applicable based on location, Responsible for programming and operating the PLC controlled leveling and shearing machines
- If applicable based on location, load steel via the coil cart and unband steel coil to feed through the cut-to-length machine
- If applicable based on location, use overhead crane to load/move/unload material or machinery.
- If applicable based on location, use forklift to load/move/unload material or machinery.
- If appliable based on location, use a conveyor to load/move/unload material or machinery.
- Other duties as required and/or assigned.
Important Details about the Role
- The employee is responsible for their own work.
- Must be able to work with other employees to complete job.
- Setup, operate, and perform general maintenance of equipment without difficulty.
- Make mathematical calculations in preparing product or setting up the machinery for specific parts.
- The employee must maintain a safe and productive work environment producing a quality product which is shipped complete and on time to satisfy the needs of the customer.
- The employee has a direct impact on safety, quality, productivity, TME (total manufacturing expenses), and customer satisfaction.
- This position reports to the Production Supervisor.
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.
