Tubeline Machine Operator

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Valmont impacts millions of people around the world every day. Our technology feeds the growing population, supplies reliable energy, enhances connectivity in remote locations, and advances agricultural productivity to create a sustainable future.

$24.99/hour ($22.99/hour + $2.00/hour shift differential for 2nd and 3rd shifts)

• 2nd Shift: M-F 3pm - 11pm
• 3rd Shift: Sun-Thu 11pm - 7am

The Tube line Machine Operator is an individual contributor who learns the operations of the burnisher, straightener, saw, and buffer equipment to produce high‑quality products. The incumbent operates overhead crane, plate blaster, and forklift and maintains the tube line equipment.

• Perform welding repairs to seam splits on manufactured tubes
• Operate forklift to move material in the shop areas
• Perform various other duties requested by the supervisor to ensure customer requests are met
• Maintain a productive working environment to manufacture high‑quality Valmont products in a safe and efficient manner
• Perform regular preventive maintenance on all equipment in assigned areas

• Demonstrate excellent safety practices and behaviors which conform to all Valmont safety policies and procedures
• This position reports to the Small Pole department’s Production Supervisor

• Zero (0) to six (6) months experience
• Perform basic math functions such as adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing
• Pass a forklift test from Valmont’s safety department
• Read a tape measure
• The ability to prioritize work in order and complete deadlines
• Read and follow written and verbal instructions
• The ability to work through and solve practical problems
• The ability to work timely and expeditiously to deliver on‑time, high quality results
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 pounds, although most frequent lift is up to 10 pounds

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• Three (3) months previous experience operating manufacturing machinery
• Previous hands‑on welding experience in a professional environment
• One (1) year of previous experience in a manufacturing or fabrication environment
• The ability to communicate and interact with coworkers in a positive manner
• Strong leadership skills and the ability to support divisional business objectives
• 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)
• 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 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.

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