Material Handler - Nights

valmont; Brenham (TX); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

401k

Paid time off

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Wellbeing programs

Job summary

Valmont in Brenham, TX is seeking a dedicated Material Handler to support loading and staging operations on a 3rd shift schedule. You will accurately identify materials, use forklifts and cranes, and coordinate with shipping to meet daily stop schedules.

The role requires reading/writing English, basic manufacturing math, and experience with inventory systems. The position offers safety-focused work in a dynamic manufacturing environment and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Must read and write English.
• Ability to use common manufacturing math.
• 6 months experience in a manufacturing environment.
• 6 months experience operating heavy equipment.
• 6 months experience using an inventory control system.
• Become a certified forklift operator.
• Complete overhead crane training.
• Become proficient in operating a straddle truck.

Responsibilities

• Identify material by part number, description, quantity and quality.
• Gather customer orders and stage by stop schedule.
• Use ship papers and load sheets to identify products to load.
• Transport product to staging area using forklift and straddle truck.
• Operate overhead cranes to move pole products.
• Maintain housekeeping (sweeping, painting, cleaning).
• Dispose of dunnage and avoid hazards.
• Assist in loading trailers as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

English literacy

Manufacturing math

Heavy equipment operation

Forklift operation

Overhead crane training

Straddle truck operation

Inventory control system

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

IFS system

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.

A Brief Summary of This Position

While working under the direction of the Departmental Supervisor/Lead Person, the Material Handler will be responsible for the complete process of loading all products safely and accurately according to company policies, procedures and work instructions.

Nights 3rd Shift Standard Schedule: Monday - Thursday 9PM - 7AM*

*As needed, there will be work hours required outside the Standard Shift Schedule (above)

Starting Hourly Pay Rate (LG4): $20.34 + $1.00 per hour shift differential**

**Shift differential is paid when hours worked are on an eligible shift

Opportunity for step pay increases at 90 days, 1 year and 2 years

Eligible for annual discretionary bonus

Essential Functions

• Be responsible for the proper identification of material being loaded or unloaded by part number, description, quantity and quality
• Be responsible for gathering customer orders and staging by stop schedule on the consolidation card and updating the consolidation cards for shortages
• Use ship papers and CDR load sheets to identify product to be loaded as required
• Transport product to the staging area using straddle truck and forklift
• Be responsible for operating overhead cranes to lift/move pole product from bolsters to bolsters
• Perform general housekeeping which includes and not limited to sweeping, painting, operating powered sweeper and mopping
• Exercise a keen sense of awareness when moving product to dispose of wood dunnage with exposed by product to avoid tripping hazards.
• Assist in loading trailers as needed
• Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications of Every Candidate

• High School Diploma or GED
• Must be able to read and write English
• Ability to use common manufacturing math
• 6 months prior experience working in a manufacturing environment
• 6 months prior experience operating heavy equipment
• 6 months prior experience using computer inventory control system
• Become a certified forklift operator
• Complete overhead crane training
• Become proficient in operating a straddle truck

Highly Qualified Candidates Will Also Possess These Qualifications

• 1 year prior experience working in a manufacturing environment
• 1 year prior working experience operating heavy equipment
• 1 year prior working experience using IFS system to tract work orders
• The ability to accurately and honestly check one's own work for quality assurance
• A person of passion and integrity who has the drive to excel and deliver exceptional results

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

• 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, disab