Small Pole Saw Operator III - Evenings

Valmont Industries, Inc. • Brenham, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Saw Operator III position is an individual contributor. This person must be a highly driven individual that will polish, grind, and process material in accordance with shop drawings through the use of designated machines. For example: Saw, press, saws, manual drill presses, cutting torch, & grinder. This is an evening shift position, Monday - Friday, 3 PM - 11 PM, with potential for work hours outside the standard schedule as needed. The starting hourly pay rate is $24.47 plus a $1.00 per hour shift differential, with opportunities for step pay increases at 90 days, 1 year, and 2 years. The role is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus.

Requirements

• Experience working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Ability to make mathematical calculations in preparing product or setting up the machinery
• Must be able to read, understand and use a standard and O.D. tape measure, micrometer, protractor
• Strong hands-on working knowledge operating machines
• Ability to read and understand blueprints/shop drawings
• Must have a high awareness for safety at all times
• The employee must be able to spend the entire work shift on their feet within the shop environment.
• The incumbent must also be able to wear the required personal protective equipment (PPE) for working in the production facility.

Nice To Haves

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• Five (5) + years of previous experience operating machines in heavy/fast paced manufacturing environment (For example: Drill, Lathe Press, Saw, Stretcher, Tapering)
• Exhibits strong mechanical knowledge

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate a saw to cut shafts per blueprint to meet customer requirements
• Operate a forklift as needed to transfer material and deliver product
• Operate ironworker, press, saws, manual drill presses, cutting torch, & grinder as needed
• Use measuring instruments, such as protractor, framing square, tape measure, tri-square, center finder, angle finder, levels, scribes, calipers, and drill gauges to fabricate various products of the unit
• Understand material requirements and specifications as stated on blueprints and drawings
• Decide through the use of learned solutions the sequence of set ups, operations, and processes within the limitations of recognized methods and procedures for completing work in process according to work schedules and constraint and shipping buffers.
• Operate a hand-held grinder to finish small part components
• Load machine programs, as needed, specific to product orders
• Process material in accordance with shop drawings through the use of designated machines
• Troubleshoot causes of operating errors and determine possible resolutions
• Maintain material traceability
• Perform tasks according to production needs to minimize downtime
• Determine machine maintenance needs and perform light maintenance, as needed
• Other duties as required and/or assigned
• Setup, operate, and perform general maintenance of equipment without difficulty
• Make mathematical calculations in preparing product or setting up the machinery for specific parts
• The employee must maintain a safe and productive work environment producing a quality product which is shipped complete and on time to satisfy the needs of the customer

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: High school or GED