Material Handler

Job Overview

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1st Shift (5:00 am - 3:30 pm; M
- F)

Starting Wage $22.68/hr

• Prepare poles in loads for shipping
• Unload materials in a timely manner upon arrival to the facility
• Maintain documentation of materials being received and shipped
• Inspect each load for safety and quality
• Maintain organization and cleanliness of the yard area
• Operate lift equipment in a safe manner
• Other duties as required and/or assigned

• Provide accurate and timely documentation of material and product movement to ensure the accuracy of the computer inventory system and the physical location and organization of inventory
• Interpret production plans and shipping orders to provide the required levels of material handling and shipping
• Conduct inventory cycle counting and reconcile inventory discrepancies
• Work under conditions with accurate performance and completion of work within set time limits
• Accountable and responsible for essential tools and equipment provided along with the maintenance of these tools and equipment
• Actively participate in department safety, demonstrates excellent safety practices and behaviors which conform to all Valmont safety policies and procedures
• This position reports to the Production Supervisor

• One (1) year of previous experience operating a forklift/heavy equipment
• Must be able to obtain forklift certification
• The ability to calculate simple mathematics and interpret shop drawings
• The ability to read a tape measure
• The ability to recognize and solve practical problems or issues
• The ability to work in a team environment with a diverse group of people
• The ability to pay attention to detail and follow work instructions
• The ability to meet production, safety, and quality standards in a high‑paced working environment
• The ability to occasionally lift up to 50 pounds, although most frequent lift is up to 20 pounds
• Ability to become Valmont trained and certified overhead crane
• High awareness for safety at all times
• Wear all required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required in the production facility
• Read blueprints and specifications
• Maintain a safe and productive working environment

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• One (1) year of previous experience in a heavy manufacturing or fabrication environment
• Forklift certified
• Knowledge of quality requirements and standards
• The ability to prioritize work in order to complete deadlines. Must also be able to work through problem with the minimum amount of assistance from the supervisor
• The ability to work timely and expeditiously to deliver an on‑time result without errors
• The ability to communicate and interact with coworkers in a positive manner
• Demonstrate a commitment to Safety through excellent safety practices and behaviors by conforming to all Valmont safety policies and procedures
• Must be a person of passion and integrity who has the drive to excel and deliver exceptional results

Work is performed in an outdoor yard environment and an indoor shop environment. This position will be exposed to all hazards located at manufacturing sites including noise, fumes, excessive heat/cold, dust, welding arc, all chemicals associated with the manufacturing areas, smoke, confined spaces, and weather elements. Environment is fast paced and demanding most of the time. The job requires safety glasses, hearing protection, and metatarsal safety shoes be worn at all times.

The employee must be able to spend the majority of the work shift driving a forklift and material moving equipment. The incumbent must also be able to wear the required personal protective equipment (PPE) for working in the production facility.

This job requires driving material moving equipment in a safe manner. Extreme care and awareness should be taken for all production jobs. Common hazards include slips, falls, strains, pinch points, tripping hazards, shot blasting equipment, high pressure air nozzles, material handling equipment.

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