2551 Valmont Dr Brenham Texas 77833-5418
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.
A Brief Summary of This Position:
Under the direction of the Shipping Supervisor and/or Lead, the Shipper B will be responsible for the complete process of loading all products safely and accurately according to Valmont policies, procedures and work instructions.
Standard Shift Schedule: Evenings (2nd shift) Monday-Friday 3pm-11pm
Starting Hourly Pay Rate (LG4): $20.34 + $1.00 for shift differential
Opportunity for step pay increases at 90 days, 1 year & 2 years
Eligible for annual discretionary bonus
Essential Functions:
Be responsible for the proper of identification of material being loaded or unloaded by part number, description, quantity and quality
Be responsible for gathering customer orders and staging by stop schedule on the consolidation card and updating the consolidation cards for shortages
Be responsible for handling the workload coming from all assembly and finishing areas
Utilize the IFS system for completing transactions on all finished goods coming from the stated areas above
Use ship papers to identify product to be loaded as required
Stage product for loading, identify product using identification markers
Transport product to staging area using straddle truck and forklift
Operate overhead crane to lift/move pole product from bolsters to bolsters
Operate forklift and straddle buggies to transport product from inventory location to shipping bay to be consolidated
Perform general housekeeping which includes and not limited to sweeping, painting, operating powered sweeper and mopping
Exercise a keen sense of awareness when moving product to dispose of wood dunnage with exposed by product to avoid tripping hazards
Contribute to a positive work environment, and willing to work on solutions to problems
Bolster product going back to the yard or to the internal customer as specified by the general guidelines posted
Communicate to the next shipper B to ensure proper loading of each consolidation
Other duties as assigned
Computer Software: MS Office, Outlook, Excel, IFS, TMS
Required Qualifications of Every Candidate (Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities):
Ability to read & write in English
Ability to perform basic math: add, subtract, decimals and fractions
6 months previous experience operating heavy equipment in a professional environment
Become proficient in operating a straddle truck and shag truck
Knowledge of computer systems
Highly Qualified Candidates Will Also Possess These Qualifications:
1 year experience in a manufacturing setting
1 year experience operating heavy equipment
1 year experience operating an overhead crane
1 year experience utilizing IFS system
Must be a person of passion and integrity who has the drive to excel and deliver exceptional results
Working Environment and Physical Efforts:
Incumbent will also be exposed to production facilities where specific PPE will be required such as hand, hearing, foot, eye, and head protection. There will also be exposure to outside elements for extended periods of time. Being outside will also expose them to material handling equipment such as forklifts, straddle trucks, and shag trucks.
Physical effort is moderate to heavy. A high degree of physical effort is used due to continuous heavy lifting. Employee is lifting 35 to 50 lbs. approximately 80-90% of the time. Standing, bending, or walking is required 85% of the time. Loading ESS products can cause the employee to climb and lift in unusual positions. Securing platforms, containers and flatbeds means that the employee must be able to climb up to 8' off the ground. Pushing and pulling to place carts in close quarters takes extra physical effort. Although some items weigh more, a maximum lift of 50 lbs. is all that is required.
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.
