Polisher

Valmont Industries, Inc. • Elkhart, IN

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Machine Operator 2 is an Individual Contributor responsible for the setup and operation of various pieces of equipment. (For example: Straightener, Hydraulic square machine, and, if applicable based on location, material handling equipment)

Requirements

• The ability to calculate simple mathematics and interpret shop drawings.
• If applicable based on location, ability to operate forklifts and acquire forklift certification.
• If applicable based on location, ability to operate overhead cranes and acquire overhead crane certification.
• 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.
• Wear required personal protective equipment and follow facility safety regulations.
• Maintain a safe and productive working environment.

Nice To Haves

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• 1 year of previous experience in a heavy manufacturing setting
• 1 year of previous experience with overhead crane operations
• The ability to pay attention to detail and follow work instructions.
• The ability to communicate and interact with coworkers in a positive manner.
• Must have a high awareness for safety at all times.
• Must be a person of passion and integrity who has the drive to excel and deliver exceptional results.

Responsibilities

• Ability to wear all required personal protective equipment (PPE) and work both in a non-temperature controlled environment and outdoors.
• Ability to perform the functions of the job while adhering to the Safety Absolutes.
• Manage time to efficiently produce quality products within designated work hours.
• Communicate information and provide feedback, in person, with co-workers, Shift Lead, Shift Supervisor &/or Production/Operations Manager
• Maintain the cleanliness of work area, including all equipment and machinery.
• If applicable based on location, responsible for machine set up, including setting rollers to specified lengths, and verifying dimensions from shop drawings.
• If applicable based on location, observe operation and periodically verify conformance of machined work to process sheet, specifications, and blueprint data.
• If applicable based on location, inspect aluminum shafts and evaluate condition.
• If applicable based on location, remove dents, grind and router as needed.
• If applicable based on location, prepare finished shafts for protection in shipment as directed by work instruction.
• If applicable based on location, use overhead crane to load/unload machinery.
• If applicable based on location, use forklift to move or unload material or machinery.
• Other duties as required and/or 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