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Valmont Industries, Inc. • Steele, AL

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About The Position

This is a general labor position in Valmont’s Production Department. The General Laborer performs a variety of tasks depending on the department, including cleaning and finishing product with hand and power tools while meeting required quality standards. Duties also include preparing parts for galvanizing, training as a sweeper at the kettle, completing paperwork, and assisting with plant cleanup and housekeeping. The role requires safe work practices, use of required personal protective equipment, and the ability to work in hot, cold, or rainy conditions.

Requirements

• Ability to use hand and power tools, including a nail gun and chop saw.
• Ability to take online training and complete paperwork as needed.
• Ability to work outside in hot or cold conditions according to the season.
• Attention to detail and ability to follow work instructions.
• Ability to perform simple mathematical calculations and accurately read a tape measure.
• Ability to communicate and interact positively with coworkers.
• Ability to work in a team environment with a diverse group of people.
• High awareness of safety at all times.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand, walk, sit, bend, squat, stoop, push, pull, reach, grasp, hold, and carry for various periods of time.
• Ability to wear required PPE while on the production floor, including a hard hat, safety glasses, ear plugs, gloves, reflective vest, long sleeves, long pants, and steel-toed boots with built-in met guards; face shield and additional PPE may be required according to the area.
• Passion, integrity, and drive to excel and deliver exceptional results.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Previous experience operating a large forklift or overhead crane.
• Experience in an industrial production environment.
• Ability to recognize and solve practical problems or issues.
• Ability to establish priorities and reorder them when necessary.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Good attendance, patience, flexibility, ability to work well under pressure, attention to detail, organization, and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Clean and finish product using hand tools and/or power tools according to specifications.
• Rig and hang parts using wire to prepare them for galvanizing.
• Train as a sweeper at the kettle.
• Complete paperwork and online training as needed.
• Assist with general plant cleanup and housekeeping.
• Work safely and protect oneself and others from accidents and injuries.
• Inspect, spot, and report damage to help maintain product quality.

Benefits

• Healthcare coverage, 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 such as tobacco cessation, Type 2 diabetes reversal, one-on-one health coaching, and mortgage services.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed