Quality Engineering Intern

Valmont Industries; Valley (NE); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid internship

401(k) plan

Tuition assistance

Medical benefits

Job summary

Valmont is seeking a Quality Engineering Intern in the North American Irrigation division. The role offers hands-on exposure to QA/QC, inspection, data collection, and collaboration with the Structure Quality Support group for real-world projects.

The internship emphasizes safety, accurate documentation, and professional development through mentorship, with benefits such as a 401(k) plan and tuition assistance based on hours worked.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Fundamental math skills.
• Ability to read and follow written instructions.
• Good communication skills and a strong attention to detail.
• A high awareness for safety at all times.
• Ability to safely lift up to 20 pounds frequently throughout the shift.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and other Office 365 applications.
• Passion and integrity with the drive to excel and deliver exceptional results.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine visual and dimensional inspections and testing of materials and products to assure conformity with all requirements.
• Document inspection results accurately on specified forms or in the appropriate database or system.
• Identify, investigate, document, and communicate any product or process non-conformities or issues to appropriate personnel.
• Collect and compile manufacturing process data to support quality improvement.
• Use and help develop work instructions, process aids, and forms
• Organize and develop effective work flows for inspecting and processing in and out of specification parts
• Follow all safety protocols and quality procedures.
• Assist in maintaining a clean and organized work area.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Reading & following instructions

Education

Actively pursuing a STEM degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

Office 365

Job description

15000 Valmont Plaza Omaha Nebraska 68154

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?

A Brief Summary Of This Position

Valmont is seeing an individual for the Quality Engineering Intern position in the North American Irrigation division. We are looking for an individual that would like to learn about both the Irrigation division. Also a person who would like to explore the engineering aspects of Quality Assurance / Quality Control. You will learn a lot in this role and you will be partnering with the Structure Quality Support division as well.

Valmont’s internship program mission is to enable a rising workforce to advance the success of Valmont’s global operations. We do this through recruiting and retaining top talent, opportunities for professional development and mentorship, and real-world projects alongside practical coaching.

Essential Functions

• Perform routine visual and dimensional inspections and testing of materials and products to assure conformity with all requirements. This may include incoming, in-process, and first article inspections.
• Document inspection results accurately on specified forms or in the appropriate database or system.
• Identify, investigate, document, and communicate any product or process non-conformities or issues to appropriate personnel.
• Collect and compile manufacturing process data to support quality improvement.
• Use and help develop work instructions, process aids, and forms
• Organize and develop effective work flows for inspecting and processing in and out of specification parts
• Follow all safety protocols and quality procedures.
• Assist in maintaining a clean and organized work area.

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

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Proficiency with fundamental math skills.
• Ability to read and follow written instructions.
• Good communication skills and a strong attention to detail.
• A high awareness for safety at all times
• The ability to safely lift up to 20 pounds frequently throughout the shift
• A strong working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and other Office 365 applications
• Passion and integrity with the drive to excel and deliver exceptional results

Highly Qualified Candidates Will Also Possess These Qualifications

• Actively pursuing a degree in a STEM field.
• Interest in pursuing ASQ Certified Quality Inspector (CQI), ASQ Certified Quality Technician (CQT), or AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) credentials.
• NDT (non-destructive testing) experience
• Experience interpreting engineering specifications such as ASTM
• Experience interpreting engineering drawings such as blueprints/CAD
• Experience performing verification and calibration of controlled equipment.

What You’ll Gain

• Paid internship with meaningful, career-related work experience
• Ability to participate in 401K plan
• Tuition assistance and medical benefits available based on hours worked
• A supportive culture focused on learning and growth
• Opportunities to collaborate with intern peers and company leaders

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. If you have a disability and require any assistance in filling out the application for employment email [e-mail].