Material Handler - Nights

Valmont Industries, Inc. • Brenham, TX

3d • Onsite

About The Position

While working under the direction of the Departmental Supervisor/Lead Person, the Material Handler will be responsible for the complete process of loading all products safely and accurately according to company policies, procedures and work instructions. The standard schedule for this night shift position is Monday - Thursday, 9 PM - 7 AM, with potential for additional hours as needed. The starting hourly pay rate is $20.34 plus a $1.00 per hour shift differential, with opportunities for pay increases at 90 days, 1 year, and 2 years. Employees are also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Ability to read and write English
• Ability to use common manufacturing math
• 6 months prior experience working in a manufacturing environment
• 6 months prior experience operating heavy equipment
• 6 months prior experience using computer inventory control system
• Become a certified forklift operator
• Complete overhead crane training
• Become proficient in operating a straddle truck

Nice To Haves

• 1 year prior experience working in a manufacturing environment
• 1 year prior working experience operating heavy equipment
• 1 year prior working experience using IFS system to track work orders
• The ability to accurately and honestly check one’s own work for quality assurance
• A person of passion and integrity who has the drive to excel and deliver exceptional results

Responsibilities

• Proper identification of material being loaded or unloaded by part number, description, quantity and quality.
• Gathering customer orders and staging by stop schedule on the consolidation card and updating the consolidation cards for shortages.
• Using ship papers and CDR load sheets to identify product to be loaded.
• Transporting product to the staging area using straddle truck and forklift.
• Operating overhead cranes to lift/move pole product from bolsters to bolsters.
• Performing general housekeeping which includes sweeping, painting, operating powered sweeper and mopping.
• Exercising a keen sense of awareness when moving product to dispose of wood dunnage with exposed by product to avoid tripping hazards.
• Assisting in loading trailers as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

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
• Education Level: High school or GED