Saw Operator

Valmont Industries; United States; On-site; USD 29,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

401k

Paid time off

Life insurance

Disability

Work life balance

Tuition reimbursement

Voluntary health programs

Job summary

Valmont Industries is hiring a Saw Operator in Valley, Nebraska. The role requires cutting shafts per blueprints, using a saw, and moving materials with a forklift to support multiple production lines.

The position runs on a 1st shift, Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Compensation is $25.36 per hour, with safety standards and lean practices emphasized throughout the production process.

Qualifications

• Ability to read blueprints and decipher specifications.
• Proficient with tape measures, micrometers and protractors.
• Must be able to work overtime when needed.
• The candidate should be forklift certified within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate a saw to cut shafts per blueprint.
• Ensure cuts meet length, diameter and angle requirements.
• Use IFS to look up part locations and issue materials.
• Operate a forklift to move material as needed.
• Support other lines when workload allows.
• Follow Valmont safety policies and PPE requirements.
• Maintain a clean and orderly work area.

Skills

Math calculations

Blueprint reading

Tape measure use

Overtime ready

Team communication

Tools

IFS

Tape measure (OD)

Micrometer

Protractor

Forklift

Job description

28800 Ida St, Valley, Nebraska 68064-8016

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?

Compensation: $25.36 per hour

Schedule: 1st shift, Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m.- 3:00 p.m.

A Brief Summary of This Position

The primary responsibility of the Saw Operator is to cut shafts per blueprint to meet customer requirements such as length, diameter, and angle cuts. The Saw Operator will also operator a forklift and conveyors to supply multiple production lines. The Saw Operator will communicate regularly with Material Handlers, Quality Assurance, Dispatchers, Set Up Operators, and Leads to help ensures production requirements were met.

Essential Functions

• Set up and operate a saw to cut shafts per blueprint to meet customer requirements
• Use a standard and O.D. tape measure, miracle point, and standard levels to ensure accurate lengths, diameters, and angle cuts
• Look up part locations using IFS and issue materials to shop orders
• Operate a forklift as needed to transfer material and deliver product
• Actively participate in department LEAN activities as required
• Use necessary PPE and conform to all Valmont safety policies and procedures
• Maintain a clean and orderly work area
• Assist assembly lines at needed when workload is caught up

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

• Ability to make mathematical calculations in preparing product or setting up the machinery
• Must be able to read, understand and use a standard and O.D. tape measure, micrometer, protractor
• Must possess acceptable work history and attendance record
• Ability to read and decipher blue prints without assistance and use them to properly process scheduled work
• Ability to work overtime when required for business needs
• The ability to be forklift certified within the first 90 days of the job
• The ability to learn inventory location for obtaining material to assist Material Handlers
• Passion and integrity with the drive to excel and deliver exceptions to fall out exceptional results

Highly Qualified Candidates Will also Possess These Qualifications

• Working knowledge of Valmont's quality procedures, standards, and practices is preferred
• Basic knowledge of computer skills (IFS a plus)

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-one health coaching, mortgage services and more

Valmont does not discriminate per any employee or applicant in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national etc.. If you have a disability and require any assistance in filling out the application for employment email [e-mail].