Machine Operator (Evening Shift)

Valmont Industries • El Dorado, KS

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Machine Operator is an Individual Contributor responsible for the setup and operation of various pieces of equipment, including a straightener to straighten and square pole shafts, cutting equipment/machinery to ensure poles meet final length and diameter, press brake to form product and material handling equipment. The role operates on the 2nd Shift, from 4:00 pm to 2:30 am, Monday through Thursday, with a starting wage of $17.68/hr plus a $1.50 shift differential.

Requirements

• The ability to calculate simple mathematics and interpret shop drawings
• The ability to become Valmont trained and certified in the operation of an overhead crane
• The ability to read a tape measure
• The ability to recognize and solve practical problems or issues
• The ability to work in a team environment with a diverse group of people
• The ability to pay attention to detail and follow work instructions
• The ability to meet production, safety, and quality standards in a high-paced working environment
• The ability to lift up to 50 pounds, with most frequent lift up to 20 pounds
• High awareness for safety at all times
• Wear all required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required in the production facility
• Read blueprints and specifications
• Maintain a safe and productive working environment

Nice To Haves

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• One (1) year of previous experience in a heavy manufacturing or fabrication environment
• One (1) year of previous experience with overhead crane operations
• The ability to communicate and interact with coworkers in a positive manner
• Demonstrate a commitment to Safety through excellent safety practices and behaviors by conforming to all Valmont safety policies and procedures
• Must be a person of passion and integrity who has the drive to excel and deliver exceptional results

Responsibilities

• Responsible for machine set up, including setting rollers to specified lengths, and verifying dimensions from shop drawings
• Observe operation and periodically verify conformance of machined work to process sheet, specifications and blueprint data
• Maintain the cleanliness of work area including all equipment and machinery
• Use overhead crane to load/unload machinery
• Ability to wear all required personal protective equipment (PPE) and work both in a non-temperature controlled environment and outdoors
• Setup, operate, and perform general maintenance of equipment without difficulty
• Make mathematical calculations in preparing product or setting up the machinery
• Read and decipher blueprints and flat sheets without assistance
• Accountable and responsible for essential tools and equipment provided along with the maintenance of these tools and equipment
• Actively participates in department safety, demonstrates 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED