Assembler

Valmont Industries, Inc. • Estill, SC

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Valmont is currently seeking a highly motivated and talented individual for the Fabricator position in the Composite department. We are looking for a highly driven individual that will manufacture and repair centrifugally cast composite shafts for light pole products according to customer specifications. Additionally, but not limited to, you will…
Select the proper shafts & set up as per production orders
Check and repair surface imperfection
Review shop drawing for accuracy, drill and cut holes to meet customer requirements
Clean and prepare the pole surface for further manufacturing processes insuring that all debris has been removed
Regularly inspect parts for quality at prescribed intervals per written and verbal guidelines using samples and various measuring instruments
Troubleshoot and correct various operational and quality problems
Keep containers containing chemicals labeled and covered at all times in accordance with EPA and fire prevention standards
Keep work area and molding equipment clean, emptying all trash, putting away all tools, etc in their proper location at the end of the shift.
Detect and report defective material, improper equipment operation and unusual conditions to supervisor
Follow all standard and/or prescribed safety regulations
Follow all standard operating procedures
Train and assist in development of less experience personnel

Requirements

• Proficient with tape measure and the use of hand tools
• Ability to read and follow written and oral directions
• Ability to understand order prints and follow production schedule
• Ability to use basic math skills up to and including the use of fractions, percentages
• Maintain supplies needed on a weekly basis
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time, use hand and arms to reach, push, pull, stoop, kneel and lift up to 60 lbs. without assistance
• Work with and around chemicals/solvents and work in hot and cold environments.

Nice To Haves

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Ability to effectively troubleshoot processes and take corrective actions
• Ability to utilize proper decision making techniques
• Must be a person of passion and integrity who has the drive to excel and deliver exceptional results

Responsibilities

• Select the proper shafts & set up as per production orders
• Check and repair surface imperfection
• Review shop drawing for accuracy, drill and cut holes to meet customer requirements
• Clean and prepare the pole surface for further manufacturing processes insuring that all debris has been removed
• Regularly inspect parts for quality at prescribed intervals per written and verbal guidelines using samples and various measuring instruments
• Troubleshoot and correct various operational and quality problems
• Keep containers containing chemicals labeled and covered at all times in accordance with EPA and fire prevention standards
• Keep work area and molding equipment clean, emptying all trash, putting away all tools, etc in their proper location at the end of the shift.
• Detect and report defective material, improper equipment operation and unusual conditions to supervisor
• Follow all standard and/or prescribed safety regulations
• Follow all standard operating procedures
• Train and assist in development of less experience personnel

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