10909 Franklin Ave Franklin Park Illinois 60131-1409
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.
Implement work schedule to maximize utilization of manpower and materials and assign work to hourly union employees
Process parts and/or components to meet production schedule and advise Production Manager of difficulties in meeting plans or schedules
Monitor performance of assigned personnel, complete employee performance review, and take corrective action as necessary
Report discrepancies in specifications, methods, standards, etc. to Production Manager
Ensure product quality meets specified standards and assigned personnel make inspections as required by standard procedures
Report and investigate all incidents in accordance with company policy
Ensure accurate and timely reporting of assigned personnel's time and production through various production reports
Conduct shift start up meetings at the beginning of every shift and monthly safety meetings with personnel
Administer company policies in a firm, fair, and consistent manner
Maintain good housekeeping and safe working conditions in assigned areas
Train new and temporary employees into department activities and safety procedures
Safety is first - this entails on the floor contacts and electronic required reporting with weekly set goals
Other Important Details about the Role:
Serve as a champion for various teams/projects to promote continuous improvement
Availability to work various shift hours and Saturdays as production demands
Actively participate in monthly Safety Leadership Team meetings
This position reports to the Production Manager and has 30-40 direct reports
Required Qualifications of Every Candidate (Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities):
High school diploma or GED equivalent with 2+ years of leadership experience in an industrial environment
Strong communication, organizational and interpersonal skills
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules and procedure manuals
Ability to effectively present information one-on-one and in front of an audience
Strong leadership skills and the ability to support divisional business objectives
Ability to recognize and solve practical problems or issues
Proficient with Microsoft Office, Word, Excel and Outlook
Working knowledge of OSHA regulations
Highly Qualified Candidates Will Also Possess These Qualifications
Preferred Bachelor's with 3+ years relevant experience OR Associate's Degree with 5+ years relevant experience OR 7+ years of relevant experience
Three years of supervisory or management experience in an industrial environment is preferred
Working knowledge environmental regulations, and state and federal labor standards is preferred
Experience utilizing an automated time and attendance tracking system is preferred
Ability to calculate figures and amounts including proportions, percentages, area, circumference and volume for product and the ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry is preferred
Ability to read blueprints
Pay Range: $69,900- $87,400
Working Environment and Physical Efforts:
Work is performed in both an office setting and production floor environment. The incumbent is regularly required to walk for extended periods of time, as well as talk and listen on the phone and in personal conversations or meetings. Environment is fast paced and demanding most of the time. Occasional travel requirements for this position. The employee frequently is required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms while working in the office with various files and forms and while working on the computer. The employee is frequently required to move about the office and production floor. Incumbent must utilize proper ergonomic safeguards such as monitor height and positions, keyboard location and height and proper wrists rests. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds in working with customer material, large files, binders, and computer equipment. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.
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
Monthly site-level bonus incentive
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.
