Flip Tack Machine Operator / Welder - Days

Valmont Industries, Inc.; Brenham (TX); On-site; USD 51,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

401k with company match

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Valmont Industries, Inc. in Brenham, TX, is seeking a Flip Tack Machine Operator / Welder (Large Pole) for the day shift. Starting pay is $24.47/hour with a $1.00/hour shift differential and opportunities for wage progression and a discretionary annual bonus.

The role requires welding certifications (1G/2G), basic math, and strong safety practices. You will operate equipment, position parts with an overhead crane, and help maintain quality and efficiency in a high-volume shop.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read and write English.
• Must pass Valmont endorsed 1G and 2G welding tests.
• Three to six months of welding experience.
• Must be proficient at math including fractions and decimals.
• Must read a measuring tape accurately.
• Commitment to safety at all times.
• Strong communication with coworkers.
• Ability to work in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.
• Passion and integrity with drive to excel.

Responsibilities

• Operate welding and manufacturing equipment per instructions.
• Use shop math for measurements.
• Maintain 1G/2G certifications and safety practices.
• Position product using overhead crane for welding and assembly.
• Perform preventive maintenance on crane, forklift, and equipment.
• Designate material flow and follow supervisor directions.
• Handle routine machine operations and material routing.

Skills

English literacy

Math skills

Measuring tape reading

Safety awareness

Team communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

GMAW welding

Overhead crane

Forklift operation

1G Welding Certification

2G Welding Certification

Job description

2551 Valmont Dr Brenham Texas 77833-5418

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?

Build Your Career With Us: Flip Tack Machine Operator / Welder (Large Pole)

We’re hiring skilled Machine Operator Welders to join our Brenham Valmont team! If you’re looking for a hands‑on production career with competitive starting pay, opportunities to grow your earnings, and long-term stability, we’d like to hear from you.

Day Shift | 1st Shift Standard Schedule:

Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–3:00 PM*

• Additional hours outside the standard shift schedule may be required based on business needs.

Starting Rate: $24.47/hour

Built-In Pay Progression: Increase opportunities at 90 days, 1 year, and 2 years

Shift Differential: Additional $1.00/hour for off-shift positions

Periodic Wage Review Opportunities

Annual Discretionary Bonus Opportunity

Essential Functions

• Comply 100% with PPE requirements and actively participate in department safety, demonstrate excellent safety practices and behaviors which conform to all Valmont safety policies and procedures
• Basic knowledge of operating hydraulic driven equipment
• Use common shop manufacturing math to include adding, subtracting, multiplying, dividing fractions and conversion of decimals
• Determine the center of an object using basic measuring skills and shop mathematics
• Perform operator preventative maintenance on overhead crane, forklift, and welding/ cutting equipment
• Safely use overhead crane to properly position product for welding, grinding, and assembly
• Comply with directives from Production Supervisor and Lead Person
• Perform routing machine operations such as feeding or unloading a machine
• Maintain certifications for 1G, and 2G v-groove welding using GMAW
• Designate and control material flow throughout the shop
• Other duties as assigned

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

• Must be able to read and write English
• Must be able to pass the Valmont endorsed 1G and 2G flat weld certification test
• Three to six months of previous hands‑on welding experience in a professional work environment
• Must be proficient at math to include adding, subtracting, multiplying, dividing fractions and conversion of decimals
• Must be able to accurately read a measuring tape
• Ability to maintain high awareness for safety at all times
• Must be able to communicate and interact with coworkers in a positive manner
• Have the ability to work in a high volume, fast paced environment
• Must be a person of passion and integrity who has the drive to excel and deliver exceptional results

Highly Qualified Candidates Will Also Possess These Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• Hold a current Valmont endorsed 1G, 2G flat weld certification
• One year of previous experience in a manufacturing or fabrication environment
• One year of previous hands‑on welding experience in a professional environment
• American Welding Society (AWS) welding certification from a recognized school

Working Environment And Physical Efforts

Ambient temperatures in work areas coincide with seasonal weather changes. Exposure to metal and smoke fumes due to surrounding processes. Abnormal noise level throughout the shop requiring hearing protection to be worn at all times. Direct exposure to dirt, grease, mill scale, cutting fluid, rust inhibitors, and metal particles and splinters. Incumbent will also be exposed to production facilities where specific PPE will be required such as hand, hearing, foot, eye, and head protection. There will also be frequent exposure to outside elements for short periods of time. Being outside will also expose them to material handling equipment such as forklifts, straddle trucks, and shag trucks.

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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