Shape Cutter Crane Operator

About the role

28800 Ida St Valley Nebraska 68064-8016

Compensation

$27.73/hr. + $2/hr. shift differential

Schedule: 3rd shift, Sunday - Thursday, 11:00 p.m. - 7:00 a.m.

A Brief Summary of This Position

The Shape Cutter/Crane Operator is an individual contributor role that encompasses multiple duties including operating a shaper cutter, operating overhead cranes, and managing the inventory in a plate yard, amongst many other duties. Strong communication skills (both verbal and written) are a must. This critical position requires a highly motivated, detail-oriented, self-sufficient individual that possesses the skills and abilities to successfully manage priorities throughout the day to prepare, load and communicate materials needed for the upcoming production schedule.

Essential Functions

• Maintain well organized inventory locations and records, including regular cycle counts
• Understand and follow daily production schedules
• Prepare, load and communicate materials needed for next 24 hours of production schedule
• Proficient use of an overhead crane to load and unload material
• Execute movement of materials based off of daily schedules
• Locate and position material onto a burn table for processing
• Understand and interpret prints in order to program equipment correctly
• Communicate with multiple resources to gather and provide information for material movement and processing
• Remove and properly dispose of scrap from burn table
• Operate and maintain all equipment used in the material processing area
• Monitor trailer and railcar weight limits; communicate accordingly

Important Details about the Role

• Demonstrate excellent safety practices and behaviors which conform to all Valmont safety policies and procedures
• Perform various other duties required to ensure customer requests are met
• This position reports to the Large Pole Production Supervisor

Required Qualifications of Every Candidate

• 3-5 years of relevant experience
• Excellent communication skills - including both written and verbal
• Proficient computer skills, including experience with Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and IFS.
• Proficient with basic math skills
• Ability to accurately read and use a tape measure, compass, micrometer, mag level, protractor, pressure gauges, and caliper
• Proficient in reading flat sheets and prints
• Communicate and interact with coworkers in a positive manner

Highly Qualified Candidates Will Also Possess These Qualifications

• One year of previous experience programming CNC machinery
• One year of previous experience operating a forklift
• 5+ years relevant experience
• 3+ years' experience managing inventory
• Other Requirements Candidates Must Possess For This Position
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, although most frequent lift is 20 pounds
• Ability to stand, stoop, bend, sit and squat for up to 100% of the shift
• Ability to operate forklifts and other manufacturing equipment safely and efficiently
• Ability to work in a non-temperature-controlled environment, as well as working outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Ability to wear all required PPE (personal protective equipment) for working in the production facility
• The ability to pay attention to detail and follow direction
• Must have a high awareness for safety at all times
• Must be a person of passion and integrity who has the drive to excel and deliver exceptional results

Benefits

Valmont offers employees and their families a comprehensive Total Wellbeing benefit package to ensure their individual and family's overall wellness needs are met. Some offerings are dependent upon the role, work schedule, or location and can include the following:

• Healthcare (medical, prescription drugs, dental and vision)
• 401k 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