General Labor (Weekend Shift)

Valmont; El Dorado (KS); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

401k retirement plan

Paid time

Job summary

Valmont seeks a General Labor contributor at their El Dorado, KS facility. The role involves non-technical plant tasks including crane, forklift, and grinder operation, material handling, and routine machine setup. Wages start at $20.75/hour with a $1.00 shift differential, with 36 hours worked but paid for 40.

Training hours may apply. Safety PPE required daily. Qualifications include HS diploma or GED, ability to lift up to 50 lbs, read a tape measure, and work well in a diverse team.

Qualifications

• Ability to read a tape measure and perform basic calculations.
• Ability to work in a team environment and follow instructions.
• Strong safety awareness and PPE compliance.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally (20 pounds frequent).
• Willingness to become Valmont trained and certified in forklift/scissor lift operation.

Responsibilities

• Operate general equipment and perform non-technical tasks in the plant.
• Assist with material handling and supply parts, tools, and materials as needed.
• Perform routine machine operations such as feeding/unloading and setup of grinding machines.
• Participate in department safety practices and maintain a safe, productive work area.

Skills

Tape measure reading

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Mathematical calculations

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift operation

Scissor lift operation

Job description

955 North Haverhill Rd El Dorado Kansas 67042-4806

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?

Shift Hours: 5:00 am - 5:30 pm Days: Friday, Saturday, Sunday 36 hours worked - Paid for 40 hours (Training Hours: 5:00 am - 3:30 pm, Monday - Thursday) Starting Hourly Wage $20.75 Shift Differential $1.00

The General Labor is an Individual Contributor responsible for performing various non-technical tasks throughout the plant including operation of cranes, forklifts or simple machinery.

Essential Functions

• Assist other workers by performing specific or general duties, usually of lesser skill
• Keep other workers supplied with material, tools and supplies
• Perform routing machine operations such as feeding or unloading machines
• Setup and operate a variety of grinding machines
• Perform operator inspections on crane and forklift
• Other duties as required and/or assigned

Important Details about the Role

• Setup, operate, and perform general maintenance of equipment
• Accountable and responsible for essential tools and equipment provided along with the maintenance of these tools and equipment
• Actively participates in department safety, demonstrates excellent safety practices and behaviors which conform to all Valmont safety policies and procedures
• This position reports to the Production Supervisor

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

• The ability to run a floor sweeper
• The ability to calculate simple mathematics
• The ability to read a tape measure
• The ability to recognize and solve practical problems or issues
• The ability to work in a team environment with a diverse group of people
• The ability to pay attention to detail and follow work instructions
• The ability to occasionally lift up to 50 pounds, although most frequent lift is up to 20 pounds
• The ability to become Valmont trained and certified in the operation of a forklift and scissor lift
• High awareness for safety at all times
• Wear all required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required in the production facility
• Maintain a safe and productive working environment

Highly Qualified Candidates Will Also Possess These Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• Six (6) months previous experience in a manufacturing or fabrication environment
• One (1) year previous experience operating hand and/or power tools
• The ability to communicate and interact with coworkers in a positive manner
• The ability to identify and communicate maintenance or product problems to departmental supervision
• Demonstrate a commitment to Safety through excellent safety practices and behaviors by conforming to all Valmont safety policies and procedures
• Must be a person of passion and integrity who has the drive to excel and deliver exceptional results

Working Conditions & Physical Efforts

Work is primarily performed in an indoor shop environment. This position will be exposed to all hazards located at manufacturing sites including noise, fumes, excessive heat/cold, dust, welding arc, all chemicals associated with the manufacturing areas, smoke, and confined spaces. Environment is fast paced and demanding most of the time. The job requires safety glasses, hearing protection, and metatarsal safety shoes be worn at all times. The employee must be able to spend the entire work shift on their feet within the shop environment. The incumbent must also be able to wear the required personal protective equipment (PPE) for working in the production facility.

Hazards

This job requires handling metal objects, some of which have sharp edges. Extreme care and awareness should be taken for all production jobs. Below are some common hazards that exist for this particular position. Set up and run of equipment provides the potential for injury through slips, falls, strains, pinch points, tripping hazards, shot blasting equipment, high pressure air nozzles, material handling equipment.

Benefits

• Healthcare (medical, prescription drugs, dental and vision)
• 401k retirement plan with company match
• Paid time