Tube Line Operator 2 - 3rd shift

Job description

28800 Ida St Valley Nebraska 68

Why Valmont

Welcome to Valmont, where a world of opportunity awaits. When you join our team, you become part of a passionate group dedicated to changing lives and conserving resources around the globe. We want problem solvers who roll up their sleeves to foster progress and innovation for all people. At Valmont, we provide infrastructure, irrigation, tubing and coatings to the world. We strengthen cities. We nourish croplands. We design, manufacture and coat. Our products and services make a difference. Join us, and BUILD YOUR WORLD.

A Brief Summary of This Position

The Tube Line Operator - Level 2 position requires proficiency in all the duties of the Level 1 operator such as burnishing, straightening, sawing, and seam weld inspection. Additional responsibilities of the Level 2 position learning the operation of either the former or the shear. The Level 2 position is also responsible for minor maintenance of machines and general housekeeping. The incumbent operates overhead crane, plate blaster, and forklift and maintains the tube line equipment.

Essential Functions:

• Perform welding repairs to seam splits on the manufactured tubes
• Operates forklift to move material in the shop areas
• Operate various machines including a former and/or a shear
• Perform various other duties requested by the supervisor to ensure customer requests are met
• Maintain a productive working environment to manufacture high quality Valmont products in safe and efficient manner
• Perform regular preventative maintenance on all equipment in assigned areas

Important Details about the Role

• Demonstrate excellent safety practices and behaviors which conform to all Valmont safety policies and procedures
• Perform various other duties requested by the supervisor to ensure customer requests are met
• This position reports to the Small Pole department's Production Supervisor

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

• Minimum of 1 year of work experience
• Perform basic math functions such as adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing
• Pass a forklift test from Valmont's safety department
• Read a tape measure
• The ability to prioritize work in order and complete deadlines
• Read and follow written and verbal instructions
• The ability to work through and solve practical problems
• The ability to work timely and expeditiously to deliver on-time, high quality results
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 pounds, although most frequent lift is up to 10 pounds

Highly Qualified Candidates Will Also Possess These Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• One (1) year of previous experience operating manufacturing machinery is preferred
• Previous hands-on welding experience in a professional environment
• One (1) year of previous experience in a manufacturing or fabrication environment
• The ability to communicate and interact with coworkers in a positive manner
• Strong leadership skills and the ability to support divisional business objectives
• Must be a person of passion and integrity who has the drive to excel and deliver exceptional results

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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