Material Handler (Evening Shift)

Valmont Industries, Inc. • El Dorado, KS

13d • Onsite

About The Position

The Material Handler is an individual contributor responsible for handling materials and products to maintain appropriate flow through production areas. The role receives, issues, and physically moves material accurately and efficiently. Responsibilities include preparing poles for shipping; unloading incoming materials; maintaining documentation of materials received and shipped; inspecting loads for safety and quality; keeping the yard organized and clean; and safely operating lift equipment.

The role provides accurate, timely records of material and product movement to maintain inventory system accuracy and physical organization. The Material Handler interprets production plans and shipping orders, conducts cycle counts and reconciles discrepancies, and completes work accurately within set time limits. The employee is accountable for tools and equipment and actively follows department and company safety policies.

This position reports to the Production Supervisor. Work takes place in an outdoor yard and indoor shop, in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The employee spends most of the shift operating a forklift and material-moving equipment and must wear required personal protective equipment.

Requirements

• One year of previous experience operating a forklift or heavy equipment.
• Ability to obtain forklift certification.
• Ability to calculate simple mathematics and interpret shop drawings.
• Ability to read a tape measure.
• Ability to recognize and solve practical problems or issues.
• Ability to work in a team environment with a diverse group of people.
• Ability to pay attention to detail and follow work instructions.
• Ability to meet production, safety, and quality standards in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 pounds; the most frequent lift is up to 20 pounds.
• Ability to become Valmont-trained and certified to operate an overhead crane.
• High awareness of safety at all times.
• Wear required personal protective equipment 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 year of experience in a heavy manufacturing or fabrication environment.
• Forklift certification.
• Knowledge of quality requirements and standards.
• Ability to prioritize work, meet deadlines, and work through problems with minimal supervisor assistance.
• Ability to work promptly and efficiently to deliver accurate, on-time results.
• Ability to communicate and interact positively with coworkers.
• Commitment to safety through practices and behaviors that conform to Valmont safety policies and procedures.
• Passion, integrity, and drive to excel and deliver exceptional results.

Responsibilities

• Prepare poles in loads for shipping.
• Unload materials promptly upon arrival at the facility.
• Maintain documentation of materials received and shipped.
• Inspect each load for safety and quality.
• Maintain organization and cleanliness of the yard area.
• Operate lift equipment safely.
• Document material and product movement accurately and promptly to support inventory system accuracy and physical inventory organization.
• Interpret production plans and shipping orders to meet material-handling and shipping requirements.
• Conduct inventory cycle counts and reconcile discrepancies.
• Complete work accurately within set time limits.
• Take responsibility for provided tools and equipment and their maintenance.
• Participate in department safety activities and follow Valmont safety policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as required or assigned.

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, including 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