Material Handler

Valmont is a global company focusing on agricultural technology and infrastructure.

The Material Handler will be responsible for loading all products safely and accurately, following company policies, procedures, and work instructions.

1st shift (Days) Monday - Friday 7 AM - 3 PM. Additional hours outside the standard shift may be required.

Starting Hourly Pay Rate (LG4): $20.34. Eligible for annual discretionary bonus. Opportunity for step pay increases at 90 days, 1 year, and 2 years.

• Identify material being loaded or unloaded by part number, description, quantity, and quality.
• Gather customer orders and stage by stop schedule on consolidation cards; update cards for shortages.
• Complete all computer transactions using the MRP system for finished goods from production areas.
• Use ship papers and CDR load sheets to identify product to be loaded.
• Transport product to staging area using straddle truck and forklift.
• Operate overhead cranes to lift/move pole product from bolsters to bolsters.
• Perform general housekeeping (sweeping, painting, operating powered sweeper, mopping).
• Maintain safety awareness when disposing of wood dunnage to avoid tripping hazards.
• Assist in loading trailers as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

MS Office, Outlook, Excel, IFS, TMS.

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Ability to read and write English.
• Common manufacturing math proficiency.
• 6 months of prior experience in a manufacturing environment.
• 6 months of prior experience operating heavy equipment.
• 6 months of prior experience using a computer inventory control system.
• Previous forklift operating experience.
• Previous overhead crane experience.
• Previous experience operating a straddle truck and specialized shag truck (terminal tractor, yard truck for shipping and receiving).

• 1 year of prior experience in a manufacturing environment.
• 1 year of prior experience operating heavy equipment.
• 1 year of prior experience using the IFS system to track work orders.
• Ability to accurately and honestly check one's own work for quality assurance.
• A person with passion, integrity, drive to excel, and deliver exceptional results.

Employee will be exposed to production facilities requiring PPE: hand, hearing, foot, eye, and head protection, as well as frequent exposure to outdoor elements. Physical effort is moderate to heavy with continuous heavy lifting (35-50 lbs), standing, bending or walking 85% of the time, and occasional climbing up to 8 feet. Full details on physical demands provided.

• Healthcare (medical, prescription drugs, dental and vision).
• 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 (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