Aluminum Welder 2nd Shift

Valmont Industries, Inc. • Elkhart, IN

47d • Onsite

About The Position

Valmont impacts millions of people around the world every day. 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. 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. The employee is responsible for their own work and must be able to work with other employees to complete the job. They must be able to set up, operate, and perform general maintenance of equipment without difficulty. The employee must make mathematical calculations in preparing product or setting up the machinery. They must read and decipher blueprints and flat sheets without assistance and use them to properly weld scheduled items. The employee must maintain a safe and productive work environment, producing a quality product which is shipped complete and on time to satisfy the needs of the customer. The employee has a direct impact on safety, quality, productivity, TME (total manufacturing expenses), and customer satisfaction.

Requirements

• The ability to calculate simple mathematics and interpret shop drawings.
• Basic working knowledge of computer programs such as Microsoft Outlook or similar email software.
• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Must have an acceptable attendance and prior employment record
• One (1) to three (3) year of previous, hands-on MIG welding experience in a production environment
• Multi-pass, stack layering welding experience
• Ability to operate overhead cranes, prior experience preferred
• Ability to read weld symbols and understand blueprints
• Must be able to use and accurately read a tape measure
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds
• Communicate and interact with coworkers in a positive manner
• Must be a person of passion and integrity with the drive to excel and deliver exceptional results
• Wear required personal protective equipment and follow facility safety regulations.
• Maintain a safe and productive working environment.
• Able to complete basic match computations (addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division and fraction conversion)
• Able to read and comprehend routings and blueprints
• Able to use a tape measure
• Able to use a computer to enter production date, perform time keeping functions, interface with machines and other equipment

Nice To Haves

• Three (3) to five (5) years of previous experience in a professional welding position
• The ability to pay attention to detail and follow work instructions
• AWS certified welder operator qualification
• Must have a high awareness for safety at all times.

Responsibilities

• Fuse or weld metal structural components together by means GMAW arc welding in the fabrication of communication towers, components and overhead sign structures
• Perform welding operations requiring a limited amount of planning of work from blueprints or other written specifications and determine operation sequence
• Utilize all safety devices and wear all mandatory personal protective safety equipment
• Adjust welding equipment to its prescribed settings
• Maintain and operate production tooling and fixtures as well as all welding equipment in a safe and secure manner
• Read and complete labor reporting system, standard shop forms and blueprints
• Other duties as required and/or assigned

Benefits

• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED