Manufacturing Support Services Technician

Valmont Industries, Inc. • Farmington, MN

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

This position supports manufacturing and engineering operations by developing bills of materials, maintaining part and model number libraries, and ensuring product data accuracy. The role requires interpreting drawings and specifications, providing technical guidance on component selection and fabrication methods, and serving as a liaison between departments to support successful product completion. Candidates should possess strong mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, blueprint-reading skills, and proficiency with computer applications such as Microsoft Office and AutoCAD. Experience in a manufacturing, drafting, or fabrication environment is preferred.

Requirements

• High School diploma and 5+ years of work/educational experience or Associates Degree with 2+ years experience or Bachelors Degree
• Knowledge of computers including Microsoft Excel, Word, AutoCAD (Preferred)
• Strong mechanical aptitude with a good working knowledge of fastening hardware and fabrication methods.
• Ability to read and understand fabrication drawings and blueprints.

Nice To Haves

• Six months+ experience in a manufacturing or drafting environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to independently support business objectives.

Responsibilities

• Work in harmony with all customers, demonstrating an awareness of the importance and priority of customer needs.
• Work from verbal or written instructions and drawings to develop bills of materials for awarded jobs. This may include using basic functions within AutoCad to determine product dimensions and requirements.
• Exercise independent judgment in the selection and maintenance of part numbers and model numbers for product lines.
• Offer consult to site personnel in the selection of proper components needed for an order and required methods for fabrication of parts.
• Offer guidance in the expansion or modification of the company’s business software part and model library.
• Review file documents for accuracy and completeness.
• Independently maintain the sites’ part and model number library. This includes the proper development of part number logic and product descriptions, as well as deletion of outdated products.
• Possess strong attention to detail and develop personal practices that help ensure error free work.
• Participate as a liaison between the sites departments helping to ensure proper completion of products.

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: Associate degree