Shipper 4

Valmont Group; Elkhart (IN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

401k

Paid time off

Life insurance

Disability

Work Life Support

Tuition Reimbursement

Wellbeing programs

Job summary

Valmont in Elkhart, IN, is seeking a Shipper for the Shipping Department to support 3rd shift operations. The role involves bundling, crating, boxing and wrapping products for shipment while inspecting materials for quality and quantity against orders.

The position requires a High School Diploma or GED and 1 year of manufacturing experience. Proficiency with shop drawings and math is helpful; safety gear and PPE are mandatory, and teamwork is essential to meet deadlines.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED (required).
• 1 year experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read shop drawings and interpret measurements.
• Ability to calculate simple mathematics and take accurate measurements.
• Team player with ability to follow safety rules and PPE requirements.

Responsibilities

• Inspect materials to ensure quality standards and correct quantities for each order.
• Perform final machining, finishing, and assembly on aluminum poles.
• Drill, paint and install components on aluminum poles.
• Bundle, crate, box and wrap products for shipment and load truck with finished goods.
• Wear PPE and work in non-temperature-controlled environments and outdoors.
• Other duties as assigned by supervision.

Skills

Teamwork

Detail oriented

PPE compliance

Shop drawings

Math calculations

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Radial saws

Hand tools

Overhead cranes

Job description

3403 Charlotte Ave Elkhart Indiana 46517-1150

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.

This is a 3rd Shift position.

A Brief Summary of This Position

The Shipper position is an individual contributor in the Shipping Department. This person must be a highly driven individual that will bundle, crate, box, and wrap products to be shipped.

Essential Functions

• Responsible for inspecting materials to ensure that products meet established quality standards and quantities are correct for each order
• Perform final machining, finishing, and assembly operations on aluminum poles
• Perform drilling, painting and component installation on aluminum poles
• Bundle, crate, box and wrap products to be shipped to protect the finished product from freight damage Load truck with finished product
• Ability to wear all required personal protective equipment (PPE) and work both in a non-temperature-controlled environment and outdoors.
• Other duties as required and/or assigned.

Important Details about the Role

• The employee is responsible for own work.
• Must be able to work with other employees to complete job.
• The employee must maintain a safe and productive work environment producing a quality product which is shipped complete and on time to satisfy the needs of the customer.
• Ability to work with wood and small hand tools such as tape measures, saws, drills, riveters, and nail guns.
• The employee has a direct impact on safety, quality, productivity, TME (total manufacturing expenses), and customer satisfaction.

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

• The ability to calculate simple mathematics and interpret shop drawings.
• High School Diploma or GED
• One year experience working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Ability to accurately take measurements using close tolerance measuring instruments
• Acceptable attendance and prior employment record
• 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.
• Wear required personal protective equipment and follow facility safety regulations.
• Maintain a safe and productive working environment.

Highly Qualified Candidates Will Also Possess These Qualifications

• 1 - 3 years of experience in shipping/receiving position.
• Familiarity with radial saws, hand tools, overhead cranes and general shop safety
• The ability to pay attention to detail and follow work instructions
• The ability to communicate and interact with coworkers in a positive manner
• Must be a person of passion and integrity who has the drive to excel and deliver exceptional results.
• Must have a high awareness for safety at all times.

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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