End Prep Operator

Valmont Group; Valley (NE); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

401k match

Paid time off

Life insurance

Disability

Work life support

Tuition reimbursement

Wellbeing programs

Job summary

Valmont is seeking an End Prep Operator in Nebraska to deburr and inspect tubes, ensuring quality before the next stage. You will operate grinders and related tools, coordinate with inspectors and bundlers, and help maintain feed through the line with attention to safety.

This entry‑level role requires focus, independence, and the ability to lift and handle materials. You’ll work a Mon–Fri schedule with a commitment to quality and efficient tube production.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and write legibly for documentation.
• Proficiency with a tape measure and fractional readings.
• Experience with hand tools like grinders/rotary files.
• Strong communication for team coordination.
• Ability to stand or walk for long periods; safety-focused.
• Detail-oriented with a quality-first mindset.
• Willingness to operate forklifts is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Deburr I.D. and O.D. of tubes with rotary file and grinders to finish.
• Visually inspect tubes for defects and straightness per standards.
• Operate groover, straightener, and oiler to make quality tubing.
• Roll tubes to straightener and maintain alignment during processing.
• Measure tubes with tape measures to meet specs.
• Follow safety protocols and wear PPE at all times.
• Collaborate with inspectors, bundlers to ensure smooth flow.
• Assist with mill setups when changing tube sizes.
• Occasionally use a dial indicator for tolerance checks.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area.

Skills

Reading & writing

Tape measure

Hand tools

Team communication

Safety procedures

Stamina

Quality mindset

Tools

Rotary file

Bay flex grinder

Groover

Straightener

Oiler machine

Dial indicator

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?

Compensation: $23.90

Schedule: Monday Through Friday 6:30am - 2:30pm

A Brief Summary of This Position

The End Prep Operator is responsible for preparing tubes by removing excess burrs and ensuring product quality through visual inspection. Key tasks include deburring both the inner and outer diameters (I.D. and O.D.) of tubes, operating tools such as handheld grinders and rotary files, and ensuring tubes are straight before passing them to the next process. The operator also coordinates with inspectors and bundlers to manage tube flow, run bundles, and ensure proper tube length for customer specifications. Additionally, the role involves maintaining a clean work area, following safety protocols, and performing basic machine operations, including running the crane and occasionally CIR pipe measurements. This entry-level position requires attention to detail, the ability to work independently, and the capacity to lift and handle materials effectively.

Essential Functions

• Operate a rotary file, bay flex grinder, and other tools to effectively deburr both the I.D. and O.D. ends of steel tubes, ensuring smooth and defect-free finishes.
• Visually inspect tubes for mill marks, straightness, dents, dings, and other visible defects, ensuring they meet quality standards before proceeding to the next stage.
• Operate groover, straightener, and oiler machines to produce high-quality tubing, ensuring all equipment is functioning properly.
• Roll tubes across a rack to the straightener, ensuring accurate alignment and smooth processing.
• Measure tubes as necessary to ensure they meet required specifications, using tools like tape measures or other equipment as directed.
• Adhere to all required safety protocols, wearing appropriate PPE and following safety policies to maintain a safe working environment.
• Collaborate with team members, bundlers, and inspectors to share information, address issues, and ensure efficient operation and quality control.
• Assist with tube setups on the mill when changing tube sizes, ensuring smooth transitions and proper configurations.
• Occasionally use a dial indicator to check tolerance levels and ensure pipe straightness and accuracy.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area to promote safety and efficiency.

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

• Ability to read and write legibly to maintain accurate documentation and communication.
• Proficiency in reading a tape measure, including the ability to measure in fractions.
• Experience operating air and electric-powered hand tools, such as grinders or rotary files.
• Strong communication skills to effectively collaborate with team members and maintain smooth operations.
• Ability to stand and/or walk for extended periods, approximately 95% of the time.
• Capacity to remain alert and adhere to all safety protocols to ensure a safe working environment.
• Demonstrates a strong passion for quality, integrity, and the drive to excel and produce exceptional results.

Highly Qualified Candidates Will Also Possess These Qualifications

Ability to operator a forklift

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 essen