674 Industrial Park Drive Claxton Georgia 30417
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.
Available Shift: 2nd Shift - 4:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m.
A Brief Summary of This Position
This position will be responsible for the operation of equipment (i.e.., pour cart, mi-jack, water jet, shuttle lift, stress jack, drill press, and any other mobile equipment.
Essential Functions
Knowledge of department and plant processes
Knowledge of production equipment/hand held tools used in department in a professional manner
Perform safety audits
Participate in Lean manufacturing, Gemba and 5S
Ability to accurately use and read a tape measure
Ability to work overtime as required to meet business needs
Demonstrates the ability of attention to detail of product and processes
Maintains an attitude that unlawful or unethical actions are not accepted
Performs other duties directed by leaders and management
Actively participate in department safety, demonstrate excellent safety practices and behaviors, which conform to all Valmont safety policy and procedures
Other important Details about the Role
Ability to communicate and interact with coworkers and vendors in a professional manner
Identify and report safety hazards
Assist with general plant clean up and housekeeping
This position reports to the Department Supervisor
Required Qualifications of Every Candidate (Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities)
High school diploma or GED is highly desirable but not required
One (1) to two (2) years of relevant experience
Ability to read and follow written and verbal instructions in English
Communicate problems or needs to departmental supervision
Communicate and interact with coworkers in a professional manner
Pay attention to detail and follow work instructions
High awareness for safety with the ability to wear all required PPE and work in a non-temperature controlled environment, as well as with exposure to outdoors
Ability to safely lift up to 50 pounds, although most frequent lift is up to 30 pounds
Ability to be company trained and authorized to operate equipment and machinery
Ability to work overtime as required to meet business needs
Self-Motivated ability to be internally inspired to perform task to the best of one's ability using his/her own drive or initiative
Passion and integrity with the drive to excel and deliver exceptional results
Highly Qualified Candidates Will Also Possess These Qualifications
High School diploma or GED
3+ years' experience operating equipment
Educational Background
Must be able to read and write legibly
Must possess adequate communication and interpersonal skills to successfully interact with other employees
Must display and aptitude for problem solving and the ability to plan for potential problems or needs
Job Training Skill Development
In addition to the above, should have a basic understanding to make most necessary decisions within three months and have total comprehension of the job within one year
Decision Making
The incumbent must be able to make decisions, voice concerns and provide feedback on any safety issues regarding the scope of this position
Mental and Visual Effort
Continuous mental/and visual attention to the operations of equipment with high awareness of safety
Conditions
Requires employee to work outside in heat, cold, wet and humid, dusty environment
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.
