Shipper Packer A

Valmont Industries, Inc.; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Valmont Industries, a leader in agricultural productivity and infrastructure, seeks a Shipper Packer A. In this role, you'll gather and pack parts for shipments, ensuring quality control and safe operation of equipment. Join a company committed to diversity and employee wellbeing, with a starting pay of $23/hr. Apply now to be part of a team that shapes the future.

Benefits

Healthcare (medical, dental, vision)

401k retirement plan with company match

Paid time off

Employer paid life insurance

Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250 per year

Qualifications

• Ability to frequently lift up to 50 pounds safely throughout the shift.
• One year of previous experience in a warehouse/manufacturing environment is a plus.
• Ability to operate a forklift required.

Responsibilities

• Gather and pack small parts for customer shipments.
• Inspect products for quality defects during packaging.
• Operate packing and shipping equipment safely.

Skills

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, divide

Ability to stand, bend, lift, and move

Ability to operate a forklift

Attention to detail

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Shipper Packer A in Valley, NE at Valmont Careers

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? Apply now.

Starting pay $23+/hr

Available Shift: 1st

Brief Summary

This incumbent will be a team member within the Valley Structures Shipping department and will be responsible for gathering and packing small parts for customer shipments. The incumbent in this position must be highly motivated and self-driven to complete individual orders throughout the shift while maintaining a safe and productive working environment. This incumbent is also responsible for ensuring that the customer receives quality products by watching the finish or coating while the product is being packed. The Shipper A/Packer will also be responsible for operating a forklift.

Essential Functions

• Closely inspect products for finishing or coating defects while packaging to ensure Valmont Customer received quality products
• Gather and professionally pack small parts for Valmont Customers orders per shipping documents provided
• Maintain and operate packing and shipping equipment in safe and secure manner
• Understands and complies with department quality procedures
• Reads order pick lists and recognizes major parts by sight
• Maintains housekeeping in the area
• Responds in a positive fashion to the direction of a shift supervisor or lead, participating in departmental/team functions
• Wear required personal protective equipment and follow facility and OSHA safety regulations at all times
• Maintain a safe and productive working environment

Required Qualifications

• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, divide, read, write, and count
• Ability to work with wood and small hand tools such as tape measures, saws and drills
• Ability to stand, bend, push, pull, climb, lift and move about the warehouse
• Ability to frequently lift up to 50 pounds safely throughout the shift
• Ability to work over ten hours a week in overtime when required for business needs
• Ability to operate a forklift
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Work, Excel, Outlook)
• Ability to accurately take measurements using close tolerance measuring instruments

Highly Qualified Candidates

• One year of previous experience working in a warehouse and/or manufacturing environment
• One year of forklift experience
• Ability to identify below standard products and communicate with management
• Attention to detail and follow work instructions

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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