Quality Materials Lab Analyst

Valmont Industries, Inc.; Brenham (KS); On-site; USD 36,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual discretionary bonus

Job summary

Valmont Industries, Inc. is seeking a Materials Lab Analyst for the 1st shift on-site to evaluate raw and welded materials using destructive and nondestructive testing methods. You will coordinate the materials laboratory area to meet production goals and complete daily paperwork.

You will generate and maintain test reports, enter data into QMS software, and ensure conformance with contract specifications. Safety, teamwork, and timely communication with the supervisor are essential.

Qualifications

• High School diploma and 5+ years of work/educational experience, or associates degree 2+ years' experience, or a bachelor's degree
• A high awareness of safety at all times
• 5+ years' experience in a fabricated steel environment
• Perform basic mathematical calculations, including conversion of fractions to decimals
• Ability to use basic laboratory equipment such as destructive testing equipment, hardness testers, measuring tools, such as tape measure, calipers, fillet weld gauges
• Ability to work effectively with plant employees, supervisors, management, and customers
• Prioritize work to complete deadlines. Must also be able to work through problems with the minimum amount of assistance from the manager.
• Ability to work timely and expeditiously to deliver an on-time result without errors
• A strong working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook

Responsibilities

• Test and evaluate materials to meet contract specifications and QA standards.
• Enter quality data into QMS inspection software and maintain records.
• Coordinate the materials laboratory area to meet production goals and report issues to the manager.
• Interpret reports on quality acceptance and make decisions regarding compliance with AWS & ASTM codes.
• Support internal and vendor process audits and assist in calibration of inspection equipment.

Job description

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:

The Materials Lab Analyst will evaluate raw and welded materials by various destructive and nondestructive testing methods. Responsible for the coordination of the materials laboratory area to meet production goals. Completes daily paperwork. Demonstrates a commitment to quality, productivity, safety, and environmental policies. Responsible for communication within the work group, ensuring teamwork and a productive work environment, working with the production and quality supervisor to maintain the workflow of the area, and reporting issues to the manager. Evaluate examination results and determine if material meets contract specifications. Responsible for generating and maintaining test reports and records for the company and contractors.

Work Schedule: 1st Shift (Days)

This is an on-site administrative hourly position

Starting pay range (LG36): $25.82 - $32.31

Eligible for annual discretionary bonus

Essential Functions:

• This position reports to the Quality Supervisor and has no direct reports
• Responsible for testing and evaluation, with absolute integrity, of material to ensure conformance to company and customer specifications.
• Testing duties include, but are not limited to:
• Mounting Polishing Etching Charpy Testing Tensile Testing
• Metallography Cutting Heat Treating Hardness Testing
• Enter quality data into QMS inspection software
• Make decisions regarding compliance with codes (including AWS & ASTM) and specifications
• Interpret reports on quality acceptance
• Reject material, stop work in process to minimize financial loss and risk of customer dissatisfaction when needed
• Works in laboratory conditions with consistent, accurate performance and completion of work within set time limits
• Accountable and responsible for the essential tools and equipment provided, along with the maintenance of these tools, to include calibration
• Assist in customer and 3ʳᵈ party audits related to internal and vendor process control activities
• Assist in the calibration of inspection equipment, when required
• Actively participate in department safety, demonstrate excellent safety practices and behaviors that conform to all Valmont safety policies and procedures
• Inventory and order supplies as needed
• Maintain timely and consistent attendance
• Other duties as directed/assigned

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

• High School diploma and 5+ years of work/educational experience, or associates degree 2+ years' experience, or a bachelor's degree
• A high awareness of safety at all times
• 5+ years' experience in a fabricated steel environment
• Perform basic mathematical calculations, including conversion of fractions to decimals
• Ability to use basic laboratory equipment such as destructive testing equipment, hardness testers, measuring tools, such as tape measure, calipers, fillet weld gauges
• Ability to work effectively with plant employees, supervisors, management, and customers
• Prioritize work to complete deadlines. Must also be able to work through problems with the minimum amount of assistance from the manager.
• Ability to work timely and expeditiously to deliver an on-time result without errors
• A strong working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook

Highly Qualified Candidates Will Also Possess These Qualifications:

• 6+ years' experience in a fabricated steel environment
• Associate degree in NDT from an accredited school
• SNT-TC-1A NDT Level II in UT, VT, MT, and PT
• AWS CWI certification
• Competence in basic quality assurance disciplines, including the use of dimensional inspection and gauging equipment
• Passion and integrity with the drive to excel and deliver exceptional results

Working Environment and Physical Efforts:

Work is typically performed in a manufacturing plant environment, and the incumbent needs to be able to move about the office, shipping area, and all areas of the plant that produce the product line for the company. There is a relatively constant exposure to somewhat disagreeable work conditions such as dust, dirt, heat, fumes, and cold, as well as noise levels above 80 decibels.

Work conditions vary throughout the week, depending on the area of the plant to which the employee is assigned. Visits will be made to both indoor and outdoor locations throughout the year. When necessary, the employee must be willing and able to travel to other facilities and other Valmont sites when needed for business needs (up to 5%, domestic only). There is no international travel required for this position.

The work environment can be fast-paced and demanding at times. Many of the tasks are physical, and the incumbent has to be able to lift up to 50 lbs. Although the most frequent amount of weight lifted is 20 lbs. The employee is regularly required to reach with hands and arms. The incumbent is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to finger, handle, feel, as well as balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, talk, and hear.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.

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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