Galvanizing Material Handler; 1st Shift

Galvanizing Material Handler (1st Shift)

Valmont Industries, Inc. is seeking a dedicated Galvanizing Material Handler for the 1st Shift (Monday‑Thursday 6:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. + Overtime). This individual contributor role prepares products and materials for the galvanizing process, conducts inspections, and supports plant housekeeping and safety.

Location: 75 South Hwy 83, McCook, Nebraska 69001‑8569

Shift: 1st Shift, Monday‑Thursday 6:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. + Overtime

Compensation: $19.65 per hour with structured pay increases at 6 months, 1 year, and 2 years. An annual bonus and career growth opportunities are available.

• Follow procedures and work instructions safely and efficiently, including hanging angle on spreader bars, staging tubular products, and preparing small parts for galvanizing.
• Communicate potential material problems to the crew leader or shift supervisor before galvanizing.
• Inspect and identify production fixtures, chains, and hooks to ensure proper repair or disposal of unsafe items.
• Pull and place chains and ropes around steel bundles for racking.
• Move up to 50‑pound steel pieces by hand between locations in the plant and yard.
• Perform paddling functions at the kettle using air guns.
• Operate air and electrically powered tools on black and galvanized steel.
• Perform postoperative cleanup of galvanized parts, including packaging and banding outgoing material.
• Operate a forklift as needed.
• Assist with general plant cleanup and housekeeping.

• Ability to read and follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to accurately read a tape measure.
• Ability to lift, push, pull, and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Six months of experience with hand tools and gauges (impact wrenches, air grinders, drills, taps, mill gauges).
• Strong communication skills and a positive interaction with coworkers.
• Attention to detail and adherence to work instructions.
• High safety awareness.
• Availability to work 1–2 shifts of overtime per week.
• Passion, integrity, and a drive to excel and deliver exceptional results.

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Six months of previous experience operating a bridge crane.

• 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 programs
• Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 per year
• Voluntary programs (tobacco cessation, Type 2 diabetes reversal, one‑on‑one health coaching, mortgage services, etc.)

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. If you have a disability and require assistance in filling out the application, email