Flip Tack Machine Operator / Welder - Nights

Valmont Industries, Inc.•Brenham, TX

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Valmont is hiring a Flip Tack Machine Operator / Welder for its Brenham team. This hands-on production role involves operating machinery and hydraulic-driven equipment, welding and assembling products, safely positioning materials, and controlling material flow throughout the shop. The position is on the night shift, Monday through Friday from 11:00 PM to 7:00 AM. Additional hours may be required based on business needs. The starting rate is $24.47 per hour, with a $1.00-per-hour shift differential for off-shift positions, pay progression opportunities at 90 days, one year, and two years, periodic wage reviews, and an annual discretionary bonus opportunity.

Requirements

Able to read and write English.
Able to pass the Valmont-endorsed 1G and 2G flat weld certification test.
Three to six months of previous hands-on welding experience in a professional work environment.
Proficient in adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing fractions and converting decimals.
Able to accurately read a measuring tape.
Able to maintain a high level of safety awareness.
Able to communicate and interact positively with coworkers.
Able to work in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.
Demonstrate passion, integrity, and drive to excel and deliver exceptional results.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Current Valmont-endorsed 1G and 2G flat weld certification.
One year of experience in a manufacturing or fabrication environment.
One year of hands-on welding experience in a professional environment.
American Welding Society (AWS) welding certification from a recognized school.
Microsoft Office, Outlook, and Excel skills.

Responsibilities

Comply with PPE requirements and participate in department safety efforts, following Valmont safety policies and procedures.
Operate hydraulic-driven equipment.
Use shop mathematics, including calculations with fractions and decimal conversions.
Determine the center of objects using measuring skills and shop mathematics.
Perform operator preventive maintenance on overhead cranes, forklifts, and welding and cutting equipment.
Safely use an overhead crane to position products for welding, grinding, and assembly.
Follow directives from the Production Supervisor and Lead Person.
Perform routine machine operations, including feeding or unloading a machine.
Maintain 1G and 2G V-groove welding certifications using GMAW.
Designate and control material flow throughout the shop.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Healthcare, including medical, prescription drugs, dental, and vision.
401(k) 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, including tobacco cessation, Type 2 diabetes reversal, one-on-one health coaching, and mortgage services.
Pay progression opportunities at 90 days, one year, and two years.
Periodic wage review opportunities.
Annual discretionary bonus opportunity.
Shift differential of $1.00 per hour for off-shift positions.