Temp- Material Handler

Valmont Industries, Inc. • Valley, NE

4d • $25 - $27 • Onsite

About The Position

This is an individual contributor position responsible for preparing products and materials for the galvanizing process by hanging angle on spreader bars, staging tubular products, and preparing small parts for galvanizing. The Material Handler will also be responsible for inspecting and identifying production fixtures, chains, and hooks to ensure proper repair or discarding of unsafe items. Incumbent will also hand wire small to medium sized parts to racks for pickling or galvanizing, pull and place chains and ropes around steel bundles for racking, and move pieces of steel by hand from different locations in the plant and yard. The Material Handler also performs paddling functions to enhance the quality level of the various galvanized products using air guns to blow off zinc needles. Additional duties include using air or electric powered tools to help prepare steel for pickling or galvanizing, assisting in general plant clean up and housekeeping, and working safely with the required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), which includes the ability to complete a respirator fit test per OSHA standards which requires candidate/incumbent to trim or remove facial hair that interferes with the seal of the respirator.

Requirements

• The ability to read and follow written and verbal instructions
• The ability to add and subtract
• A working knowledge of production hand tools and gauges
• Must have a high awareness for safety at all times
• The ability to accurately read a tape measure
• The ability to lift, push, pull and carry up to 50 pounds
• Must be a person of passion and integrity who has the drive to excel and deliver exceptional results

Nice To Haves

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• One year of previous experience in a manufacturing environment
• One year of previous experience in a galvanizing or coatings environment
• The ability to communicate and interact with coworkers in a positive manner
• The ability to pay attention to detail and follow work instructions
• The ability to recognize hazardous substances and to know basic employee responsibilities for chemical safety
• The ability to recognize and solve practical problems or issues

Responsibilities

• Screen materials to be galvanized and report unsafe or inappropriate materials
• Operate the overhead bridge crane in a safe, secure, and productive manner
• Perform paddling functions to enhance the quality level of galvanized products
• Wear required personal protective equipment and follow facility safety regulations
• Maintain a safe and productive working environment
• Inspect and report any materials that are rusty, damaged, bent, missing welds, or improperly vented.

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
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees