Job Description

Why Valmont
 

We’re Here to Move the World Forward.

Valmont impacts millions of people around the world every day, yet they might not realize the many ways. Our technology is helping feed the growing population, supplying the world with more reliable energy and access to renewables, enhancing connectivity in remote and urban locations to create a sustainable future and so much more. Simply put, Valmont is advancing agricultural productivity and reimagining vital infrastructure to make life better.

Join a Fortune 1000 company that respects hard work, honors diversity and invests in our employees as we focus on creating the world of tomorrow, today. We are the modern workforce. Are you ready to move the world forward? Apply now.

How you will contribute

Valmont is currently seeking a highly motivated and talented individual for a Material Handler/Warehouse position. They will set up the line and move material to and from the line area as required. Additionally, you will…

• Safely operate a forklift throughout the plant.

• Have good knowledge of warehouse (packaging, parts, etc.)

• Set up and follow the daily work schedule.

• Responsible for maintaining a proper workflow.

• Move product between departments and the warehouse.

• Move between different departments on an as-needed basis to meet customer requirements.

• Work with a safety-oriented attitude, ensuring a safe work environment.

• Knowledge of proper safety in regards to hazardous waste handling containers. Waste minimization.

• Emergency Response, Hazardous Communication, and Right to Know knowledge.

• Lean initiative and Core Competencies.

• The starting wage range is $20.00 - $23.00 per hour.

   

  What it takes

  Required Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent.

• Able to follow simple work instructions.

• Be capable of lifting up to fifty pounds.

• Show interest in improvement and advancement.

• Good organizational and communication skills.

• The ability to work with diverse groups of people.

• This position is considered a safety-sensitive position and, as such, is subject to the provisions of Valmont’s Random Drug Screening policy.

• Must be a person of passion and integrity who has the drive to excel and deliver exceptional results.

Benefits

Valmont offers employees and their families a comprehensive Total Wellbeing benefit package to ensure their individual and family’s overall wellness needs are met. Some offerings are dependent upon the role, work schedule, or location and can include the following:

• 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

Valmont does not discriminate against any employee or applicant in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law.  Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

If you have a disability and require any assistance in filling out the application for employment email EEOCompliance@Valmont.com.

Working Environment and Physical Efforts:

All of the working conditions for this position are in a manufacturing shop environment with exposure to dirt, grease, fumes, cold, heat, noise, and dust.  The environment is fast-paced and demanding most of the time.   The Incumbent must utilize proper ergonomic and safety safeguards, such as hearing protection and safety glasses.  The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds while working with many different parts for processing.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception