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 and invests in our employees as we focus on creating the world of tomorrow, today. Available shift: 2nd
A primary function of the Lead is to assist the Mid-size department supervisor(s) to ensure that employees on his/her assigned shift have the tools, equipment, and material they need to manufacture product per customer requests and Valmont specifications. The Lead will also be responsible for facilitating daily pre-shift meetings and will assist in the training of new team members. The ideal candidate for this position will possess strong interpersonal skills and will be expected to serve as a positive role-model for others by demonstrating safe work habits, a strong commitment to quality and efficiency, and maintaining a clean and orderly work environment.
Facilitate daily pre-shift meetings daily with all shift employees, including safety, daily workload review, and communication of other relevant information as needed
• Use forklift to move parts or tubes in order to keep line flowing efficiently
• Identify employee performance problems, investigate, document, notify supervisor of results and provide recommendations
• Coordinate work with other internal departments (small parts, large pole, paint, galvanizing, material handling, and maintenance)
• Maintain accurate daily record keeping and documents as required
• Lead training of new employees
• Maintain a safe work environment by ensuring that all employees use appropriate PPE and comply with all safety policies and procedures
• Minimum of 3+ years of welding knowledge
• Ability to operate a forklift
• Ability to use measuring instruments such as tape measure, heat stick-method for determining temperature of plate material, weld gauges, tri-square, and inclinometer
• Skill in keeping accurate records, inventory, inspecting finished product for quality, and stron attention to detail
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing to co-workers, supervisors, and employees from other departments
• The ability to work overtime as needed
• Must be a person of passion and integrity who has the drive to excel and deliver exceptional results
Healthcare (medical, prescription drugs, dental and vision)
~401k retirement plan with company match
~ Employer paid short-term and long-term including maternity leave
~ 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 , , , , , , , , genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
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