28800 Ida St Valley Nebraska 68064-8016
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Compensation: $28.26 per hour
Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m
A Brief Summary of This Position
The Mill Specialist is a versatile role focused on keeping the tube mill running efficiently and producing high-quality products. This position requires adaptability and a broad knowledge of all roles in the department, as you may need to step in to cover various positions when others are unavailable. Additionally, the Mill Specialist supports the team by assisting with equipment upkeep, training newer employees, and responding to needs across the mill. It's a dynamic and hands-on position where no two days are the same, requiring strong problem-solving skills and a commitment to teamwork.
Essential Functions :
Operate one of three continuous running steel tube mills, producing tubing in a variety of different sizes, shapes, and gauges.
Ensure the production of quality tubing at efficient speeds, including tubing for agricultural, mechanical, structural, and exhaust stack applications.
Inspect and identify substandard productscaused by issues such as poor steel, welds, or formsto prevent customer service problems.
Select and install proper weld rolls, fin passes, impeders, scarfers, and any other tooling required to produce superior tubing.
Adjust guide rolls, side rolls, forming rolls, driver rolls, and weld head rolls for consistent, high-quality output.
Fine-tune mill setups after changeovers and identify the correct fin pass requiredfor precise tube formation.
Operate various tools and equipment including overhead cranes, 20,000 lb. CY forklift, uncoiler, coil car, looper, tube mills, welders, cutting torches, plasma cutter, grinders, tape measures, micrometers, OD and PI tape, Metco zinc spraying guns (including gas/oxygen), dial indicators, dial calipers and radius gauges, seam annealer unit and non-destructive test equipment.
Set up and operate multiple flying cutoff systems to minimize burrs, scarf, and material waste while maximizing production speeds.
Maintainaccurate records of customer orders, coil usage, and production details, including prime and random footage.
Adjust pull thru drive section and all Turksheadsto ensure tubing meets tolerance specifications for ovality and straightness.
Stage equipment efficiently to support upcoming setups and changeovers.
Perform routine maintenance, such as changing filters, adjusting equipment, and addressing minor repairs to keep the mill running efficiently.
Prioritize tasks effectively when covering multiple roles or addressing equipment malfunctions to ensure continuous mill operation.
Monitor and maintain the cooling pit to ensure optimal performance and safety.
Train and mentor newer employees while performing operational duties, often managing multiple responsibilities simultaneously.
Interact with other departments including engineering, maintenance, sales, shipping, and quality assurance, to coordinate production needs, address equipment issues, and resolve quality concerns.
Follow all safety protocols while operating hazardous equipment, including torches, plasma cutters, and heavy machinery.
Required Qualifications of Every Candidate (Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities)
6 to 7 years of relevant work experience in a manufacturing or production environment.
Strong mechanical aptitude with hands-on experience performing basic industrial maintenance, including troubleshooting, routine repairs, and preventative maintenance on production equipment
Ability to read and write legibly, with basic math skills, including whole numbers, fractions, and metric conversions.
Proven ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings accurately.
Effective communication skills to train team members and coordinate activities for efficient operations.
Working knowledge of welding principles to assess tubing quality through crush, flare, and reverse bend tests.
High attention to detail to uphold quality and safety standards.
Commitment to integrity, excellence, and continuous improvement in performance and results.
Highly Qualified Candidates Will Also Possess These Qualifications
Prior experience in one or more of the following roles: Mill Operator, Cutoff Operator, Looper Operator, or Inspector.
In-depth knowledge of high-frequency welding principles and tube mill roll design.
Skilled in OD and ID scarfing techniques to ensure consistent, high-quality output.
Advanced proficiency with tube mill systems and equipment, including overhead cranes, 20,000 lb. CY forklifts, uncoilers, coil cars, loopers, welders, cutting torches, plasma cutters, grinders, measuring instruments (e.g., micrometers, PI tape, OD tape), Metco zinc spray guns, seam annealers, and NDT equipment.
Ability to operate and adjust hydraulic and drive systems on tube mills with precision
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 EEOCompliance@Valmont.com.
Valmont is here to modernize vital infrastructure and increase agricultural productivity, sustainably and reliably. We galvanize steel to last a century with minimal environmental impact. We modernize irrigation to feed a growing population by utilizing the latest technology. We harden the electrical grid to enable the delivery of reliable power to millions of homes around the world. And we help make communities everywhere safer, cleaner and more connected through our smart infrastructure technology.
Valmont serves two primary markets - agriculture and infrastructure - and seven diverse product lines: Utility, Lighting and Transportation, Telecom, Solar, Coatings, Irrigation and Ag Tech. We manufacture products in 85 facilities spread across six continents, and we do business in 100 different countries.
That's what Valmont does. We conserve resources and improve life, finding ways to make innovation and technology beneficial in the real world.
That's the value we add.
