Brake Operator - Weekend Night Shift

Valmont Industries, Inc. • Columbus, NE

40d • Onsite

About The Position

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. Training will be on Day Shift - Monday through Thursday with base hours of 6:30 am to 4:30 pm. Upon successful completion of training, This position will work 12 hour shifts 6:30 pm to 6:30 am Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. There is an attendance pay of 4 hours for working 36 hours. Valmont is currently seeking a highly motivated and talented individual for the Brake Operator position in the Global Utility Division. We are looking for a highly driven individual that will align and measure materials prior to bending with the press brake and will operate a brake safely and efficiently to bend trapezoids into pole shafts. Additionally, you will…

Requirements

• One year of previous experience in a manufacturing or fabrication environment
• The ability to program and re-set the Press Brake and troubleshoot operating malfunctions
• The ability to read and decipher blue prints and flat sheets without assistance
• The ability to certify for overhead crane
• The ability to communicate and interact with coworkers in a positive manner
• Must have a high awareness for safety at all times

Nice To Haves

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• Six months of previous experience operating a brake press
• One year of previous experience reading and interpreting blueprints and flat sheets in a professional environment
• The ability to work in a high volume, fast paced environment
• The ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedural manuals
• Must be a person of passion and integrity who has the drive to excel and deliver exceptional results

Responsibilities

• Enter the necessary data into the Press Brake computer to operate the machine accurately
• Complete required reports and record the appropriate date with accuracy
• Ensure a high standard product by inspecting all produced work for quality
• Operate a minimum of two press brakes, one that is numerically controlled and one manual machine
• Demonstrate excellent safety practices and behaviors which conform to all Valmont safety policies and procedures
• Bend pole trapezoids and/or parts by using the magnetic crane to move the material and Brake press to complete the projects
• Operate an overhead crane

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: Entry Level
• Industry: Fabricated Metal Product Manufacturing
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees