Back Welder
About The Position
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. BASIC FUNCTION: This person operates a sub-arc welder and places a weld on one or four sides of the shafts. Prior to weld, operators must gouge and and grind required areas clean enough to pass ultrasonic inspections post weld. This person will effect repairs and ensure quality prior to submitting the shaft for inspection by quality.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Incumbent to pass an AWS welder qualification test and be able to use the sub-arc welding equipment without difficulty.
- A minimum of 3 years experience in a heavy manufacturing environment is desired or graduation from an accredited trade school with one year of experience.
- Knowledge of welding properties of a variety of metals and alloys.
- A thorough knowledge of welding procedures and practices are essential to ensure the quality of the product. This will include the ability to calculate formula using basic mathematics, standard U.S. and Metric Measurements.
- Knowledgeable of Valmont’s quality procedures, standards, and practices and will be aware of Valmont’s environmental policies
Responsibilities
- Working from the directions of the supervisor, the job requires the movement of pole shafts into the seaming processor.
- Setting up and operate the sub-arc welder.
- The incumbent will weld, grind, and repair each pole prior to present it to the Quality Inspectors.
- This person will also repair all seaming defect as directed by the Quality Inspectors.
- Most of the work performed will be individually on a sub-arc welder.
- Essential tools and welding equipment will be provided, however accountability and maintenance will be the employee’s responsibility.
- Able to work timely and expeditiously to deliver an on-time product without manufacturing errors.
- Performs other duties as directed by leaders and management.
- Actively participate in department safety, demonstrate excellent safety practices and behaviors which conform to all Valmont safety policies and procedures.
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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
