Tubeline Operator

Valmont Industries, Inc.; Valley (NE); On-site; USD 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Valmont Industries, Inc. in Valley, Nebraska is seeking a Tubeline Machine Operator to learn and operate burnisher, straightener, saw and buffer equipment to produce high quality tubes. The role includes operating an overhead crane, plate blaster, and forklift while maintaining tube line equipment.

This position requires basic welding experience, forklift operation, and strict adherence to safety policies. You will also perform preventative maintenance and support the Small Pole production team

Qualifications

• 0–6 months of experience in manufacturing or related roles.
• Ability to perform basic math functions (add, subtract, multiply, divide).
• Must pass forklift safety test administered by Valmont.
• Read a tape measure accurately.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
• Ability to read and follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to troubleshoot practical problems.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally (10 pounds most frequently).

Responsibilities

• Perform welding repairs to seam splits on tubes.
• Operate forklift to move materials around the shop.
• Carry out other duties as assigned by supervisor to meet customer needs.
• Maintain a productive, safe, and efficient work environment for high-quality Valmont products.
• Perform routine preventative maintenance on equipment in assigned areas.

Skills

Basic math

Forklift operator

Tape measure reading

Safety awareness

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Welding equipment

Manufacturing machinery

Job description

28800 Ida St Valley Nebraska 68064-8016

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.

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

$23.90 per hour (+ $2 per hour shift differential)

Schedule

1st shift Monday - Friday, 3:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m 2nd shift Monday - Friday, 3pm - 11:00 p.m. 3rd shift Sunday - Thursday, 10:50 p.m. - 7:00 a.m.

A Brief Summary

The Tubeline Machine Operator – is an individual contributor who will learn the operations of the burnisher, straightener, saw and buffer equipment to produce high quality products. The incumbent operates overhead crane, plate blaster, and forklift and maintains the tube line equipment.

Essential Functions

• Perform welding repairs to seam splits on the manufactured tubes
• Operates forklift to move material in the shop areas
• Perform various other duties requested by the supervisor to ensure customer requests are met
• Maintain a productive working environment to manufacture high quality Valmont products in safe and efficient manner
• Perform regular preventative maintenance on all equipment in assigned areas

Important Details

• Demonstrate excellent safety practices and behaviors which conform to all Valmont safety policies and procedures
• Perform various other duties requested by the supervisor to ensure customer requests are met
• This position reports to the Small Pole department’s Production Supervisor

Required Qualifications

• Zero (0) to six (6) months experience
• Perform basic math functions such as adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing
• Pass a forklift test from Valmont’s safety department
• Read a tape measure
• The ability to prioritize work in order and complete deadlines
• Read and follow written and verbal instructions
• The ability to work through and solve practical problems
• The ability to work timely and expeditiously to deliver on-time, high quality results
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 pounds, although most frequent lift is up to 10 pounds

Highly Qualified

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• Three (3) months previous experience operating manufacturing machinery
• Previous hands-on welding experience in a professional environment
• One (1) year of previous experience in a manufacturing or fabrication environment
• The ability to communicate and interact with coworkers in a positive manner
• Strong leadership skills and the ability to support divisional business objectives
• Must be a person of passion and integrity who has the drive to excel and deliver exceptional results

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].