Small Parts Fitter Welder - Nights or Evenings

Valmont Industries, Inc.•Brenham, TX

12d•Onsite

About The Position

The Small Parts Fitter is responsible for interpreting drawings and fabricating arms and small parts to specification. The work includes selecting the proper components, cutting pipe to the correct dimensions, forming parts according to established guidelines, and producing quality assemblies that meet Valmont and customer requirements. The position uses shop mathematics, drawings, blueprints, work orders, production schedules, measuring instruments, and welding symbols. It involves fitting and welding assemblies using GMAW/MIG and/or FCAW/Flux Core processes, inspecting welds and materials, documenting completed work, and operating the tools and material-handling equipment used in the arms and small-parts areas. The role requires adherence to safety procedures and applicable AWS and customer requirements. Available schedules are Monday–Friday, 3:00 p.m.–11:00 p.m. (second shift) or 11:00 p.m.–7:00 a.m. (third shift). Work outside the standard shift schedule may be required as needed. Starting pay is $24.47 per hour, with a $1.00-per-hour shift differential for second and third shifts, opportunities for step increases at 90 days, one year, and two years, and eligibility for an annual discretionary bonus.

Requirements

Must be able to read and write English.
Ability to use common manufacturing mathematics.
One year of experience reading and using blueprints.
One year of experience in a manufacturing or fabrication environment, or graduation from an acceptable technical training program focused on welding.
Must pass the GMAW and FCAW weld test and maintain certification.
Frequently lift, push, and pull up to 50 pounds.
Must be able to operate various forklifts and electric pallet jacks.
Work in an environment with seasonal temperature changes, metal and smoke fumes, high noise, dirt, grease, mill scale, cutting fluid, rust inhibitors, and metal particles and splinters; required PPE includes hand, hearing, foot, eye, and head protection.

Nice To Haves

Two years of experience in an assembly environment.
Two years of experience in a manufacturing or fabrication environment.
Two years of experience operating hand and/or power tools.
Ability to accurately and honestly check one’s own work for quality assurance.
Passion, integrity, and drive to excel and deliver exceptional results.

Responsibilities

Use shop mathematics, including calculations with decimals, fractions, and angles.
Read drawings, blueprints, specifications, and measuring instruments such as tape measures, levels, and protractors.
Fit parts to Valmont and/or customer specifications and tolerances.
Operate welding equipment to perform MIG and/or Flux Core welding in accordance with applicable AWS and customer requirements.
Use GMAW and/or FCAW processes to tack-weld assemblies made from components of various shapes, sizes, and weights; read and interpret welding symbols.
Read and interpret work orders and daily production schedules.
Record completed work in a daily production log.
Use appropriate safety equipment and procedures.
Understand and properly operate equipment in the arms and/or small-parts area, including pipe saws, Peidrick pipe benders, arm benders, plasma equipment, drills, welding equipment, welding positioners, cutting torches, jib cranes, deburr lathes, and fitter jigs.
Use motorized grinders, buffers, stone grinders, die grinders, and drills to assemble parts according to specifications, codes, and drawings.
Visually inspect materials and completed welds for discrepancies and compliance with drawings and specifications.
Use a weld gauge to measure weld size.
Operate forklifts and electric pallet jacks to move product.
Operate jib or overhead cranes to lift and position components weighing more than 50 pounds.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Healthcare, including medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage.
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.
Eligible for an annual discretionary bonus.
Shift differential of $1.00 per hour for second and third shifts.
Opportunity for step pay increases at 90 days, one year, and two years.