Material Handler (Evening Shift)

Valmont Industries; El Dorado (KS); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare (medical, prescription, etc

401k retirement plan

Paid time off

Employer paid life insurance

Employer paid disability

Work Life Support

Tuition Reimbursement

Tobacco cessation programs

Job summary

Valmont Industries in El Dorado, KS is seeking a Material Handler to move materials and products, support production flow, and maintain accurate shipping and receiving documentation. Responsibilities include loading/unloading, ensuring load safety, operating lift equipment, maintaining yard organization, and assisting with quality checks.

This 2nd shift (4:00 pm–2:30 am, M–F) offers starting wage $22.68/hr with shift differential and opportunities to grow within a safety‑driven manufacturing

Qualifications

• One year of experience operating a forklift/heavy equipment.
• Must be able to obtain forklift certification.
• Ability to calculate simple mathematics and interpret shop drawings.
• Ability to read a tape measure.
• Ability to recognize and solve practical problems.
• Ability to work in a team environment with a diverse group of people.
• Attention to detail and ability to follow work instructions.
• Meet production, safety, and quality standards in a high-paced environment.
• Occasionally lift up to 50 pounds; frequent lift up to 20 pounds.
• Become Valmont trained and certified on overhead crane.

Responsibilities

• Prepare poles in loads for shipping.
• Unload materials upon arrival to the facility.
• Maintain documentation of materials received and shipped.
• Inspect each load for safety and quality.
• Maintain organization and cleanliness of the yard area.
• Operate lift equipment in a safe manner.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

Forklift operation

Forklift certification

Basic math & measurements

Reading tape measure

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Overhead crane

Job description

Material Handler

The Material Handler is an Individual Contributor responsible for handling materials and products to maintain appropriate flow through production areas. Responsible for receiving, issuing, and physically moving material in an accurate and efficient manner.

2nd Shift (4:00 pm - 2:30 am; M - F) Starting Wage $22.68/hr + shift differential

Essential Functions:

• Prepare poles in loads for shipping
• Unload materials in a timely manner upon arrival to the facility
• Maintain documentation of materials being received and shipped
• Inspect each load for safety and quality
• Maintain organization and cleanliness of the yard area
• Operate lift equipment in a safe manner
• Other duties as required and/or assigned

Important Details about the Role

Provide accurate and timely documentation of material and product movement to ensure the accuracy of the computer inventory system and the physical location and organization of inventory

Interpret production plans and shipping orders to provide the required levels of material handling and shipping

Conduct inventory cycle counting and reconcile inventory discrepancies

Work under conditions with accurate performance and completion of work within set time limits

Accountable and responsible for essential tools and equipment provided along with the maintenance of these tools and equipment

Actively participate 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)

• One (1) year of previous experience operating a forklift/heavy equipment
• Must be able to obtain forklift certification
• The ability to calculate simple mathematics and interpret shop drawings
• 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 meet production, safety, and quality standards in a high-paced working environment
• The ability to occasionally lift up to 50 pounds, although most frequent lift is up to 20 pounds
• Ability to become Valmont trained and certified overhead crane
• High awareness for safety at all times
• Wear all required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required in the production facility
• Read blueprints and specifications
• Maintain a safe and productive working environment

Highly Qualified Candidates Will Also Possess These Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• One (1) year of previous experience in a heavy manufacturing or fabrication environment
• Forklift certified
• Knowledge of quality requirements and standards
• The ability to prioritize work in order to complete deadlines. Must also be able to work through problem with the minimum amount of assistance from the supervisor
• The ability to work timely and expeditiously to deliver an on-time result without errors
• The ability to communicate and interact with coworkers in a positive manner
• 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 performed in an outdoor yard environment and 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, confined spaces, and weather elements. 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 majority of the work shift driving a forklift and material moving equipment. The incumbent must also be able to wear the required personal protective equipment (PPE) for working in the production facility.

Hazards: This job requires driving material moving equipment in a safe manner. 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 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 [e-mail].

About Valmont

Valmont serves two primary markets — agriculture and infrastructure — and seven diverse product lines: Utility, Lighting and Transportation, Telecom, Solar, Coatings, Irrigation and Ag Tech. We manufacture products in 85 facilities spread across six continents, and we do business in 100 different countries. That’s what Valmont does. We conserve resources and improve life, finding ways to make innovation and technology beneficial in the real world.

Valmont is here to modernize vital infrastructure and increase agricultural productivity, sustainably and reliably. We galvanize steel to last a century with minimal environmental impact. We modernize irrigation to feed a growing population by utilizing the latest technology. We harden the electrical grid to enable the delivery of reliable power to millions of homes around the world. And we help make communities everywhere safer, cleaner and more connected through our smart infrastructure technology.