955 North Haverhill Rd El Dorado Kansas 67042-4806
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? Apply now.
1st Shift (5:00 am - 3:30 pm; M - F)
Starting Wage $22.68/hr
The Material Handler is an Individual Contributor responsible for handling materials and products to maintain appropriate flow through production areas. Responsible for receiving, issuing, and physically moving material in an accurate and efficient manner.
Essential Functions:
Prepare poles in loads for shipping
Unload materials in a timely manner upon arrival to the facility
Maintain documentation of materials being received and shipped
Inspect each load for safety and quality
Maintain organization and cleanliness of the yard area
Operate lift equipment in a safe manner
Other duties as required and/or assigned
Important Details about the Role
Provide accurate and timely documentation of material and product movement to ensure the accuracy of the computer inventory system and the physical location and organization of inventory
Interpret production plans and shipping orders to provide the required levels of material handling and shipping.
Conduct inventory cycle counting and reconcile inventory discrepancies
Work under conditions with accurate performance and completion of work within set time limits
Accountable and responsible for essential tools and equipment provided along with the maintenance of these tools and equipment
Actively participate in department safety, demonstrates excellent safety practices and behaviors which conform to all Valmont safety policies and procedures
This position reports to the Production Supervisor
Required Qualifications of Every Candidate (Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities)
One (1) year of previous experience operating a forklift/heavy equipment
Must be able to obtain forklift certification
The ability to calculate simple mathematics and interpret shop drawings
The ability to read a tape measure
The ability to recognize and solve practical problems or issues
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
The ability to meet production, safety, and quality standards in a high-paced working environment
The ability to occasionally lift up to 50 pounds, although most frequent lift is up to 20 pounds
Ability to become Valmont trained and certified overhead crane
High awareness for safety at all times
Wear all required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required in the production facility
Read blueprints and specifications
Maintain a safe and productive working environment
Highly Qualified Candidates Will Also Possess These Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED equivalent
One (1) year of previous experience in a heavy manufacturing or fabrication environment
Forklift certified
Knowledge of quality requirements and standards
The ability to prioritize work in order to complete deadlines. Must also be able to work through problem with the minimum amount of assistance from the supervisor
The ability to work timely and expeditiously to deliver an on-time result without errors
The ability to communicate and interact with coworkers in a positive manner
Demonstrate a commitment to Safety through excellent safety practices and behaviors by conforming to all Valmont safety policies and procedures
Must be a person of passion and integrity who has the drive to excel and deliver exceptional results
Working Conditions & Physical Efforts:
Work is performed in an outdoor yard environment and an indoor shop environment. This position will be exposed to all hazards located at manufacturing sites including noise, fumes, excessive heat/cold, dust, welding arc, all chemicals associated with the manufacturing areas, smoke, confined spaces, and weather elements. Environment is fast paced and demanding most of the time. The job requires safety glasses, hearing protection, and metatarsal safety shoes be worn at all times. The employee must be able to spend the majority of the work shift driving a forklift and material moving equipment. The incumbent must also be able to wear the required personal protective equipment (PPE) for working in the production facility.
Hazards:
This job requires driving material moving equipment in a safe manner. Extreme care and awareness should be taken for all production jobs. Below are some common hazards that exist for this particular position. Set up and run of equipment provides the potential for injury through slips, falls, strains, pinch points, tripping hazards, shot blasting equipment, high pressure air nozzles, material handling equipment.
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.
