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Essential Functions Hang and unhang parts such as light poles, arms, bases, and small components as neededBlasts the product using a blasting cabinet and ensures the product has a sufficient blast profileResponsible for blowing shot and dust off of parts and repairs all damaged galvanizing and removes all oil and contaminatesResponsible for final visual quality check of polesInstalls all post finish attachments and package poles and armsPerforms basic maintenance on blasting, rigging, and packaging equipmentAbility to lift an average weight of 20 to 40 pounds, 40% of the time (i.e., all small parts, arms and pedestal bases), and lift 50 pound containers 5-10 times per shiftAbility to wear all required personal protective equipment (PPE) and work both in a non-temperature controlled environment and outdoorsAbility to spend 100% of the shift standing, walking, sitting, bending, squatting, balancing, stooping, kneeling and lifting in the process of preparing and/or coating of all poles and parts within the departmentAbility to operate forklifts, overhead cranes, power tools, packaging equipment, lowerators, and blasting equipment  Important Details about the Role The employee is responsible for own work Must be able to work with other employees to complete jobHelps train employees in proper packaging, blasting, and hanging techniquesMust be able to determine the acceptance or rejection of finished coated poles and small parts according to standard specifications.Extreme care is required when blasting galvanized parts so as not to remove the zinc and cause galvanized re-work at significant cost The employee must maintain a safe and productive work environment producing a quality product which is shipped complete and on time to satisfy the needs of the customerThe employee has a direct impact on safety, quality, productivity, TME (total manufacturing expenses), and customer satisfactionThis position reports to the shop's Production Manager Required Qualifications of Every Candidate (Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities) The ability to calculate simple mathematics and interpret shop drawingsBasic working knowledge of computer programs such as Microsoft Outlook or similar email softwareThe ability to recognize and solve practical problems or issuesThe ability to work in a team environment with a diverse group of peopleThe ability to pay attention to detail and follow work instructionsThe ability to meet production, safety, and quality standards in a high-paced working environmentRack and unrack parts, brush off, fill, sand, and clean parts for paintingEnsure high quality products with visual quality checkMaintain and operate painting, blasting, rigging, and packaging equipment safelyPrepare paint booth, clean and set-up paint application systemWear required personal protective equipment and follow facility safety regulationsMaintain a safe and productive working environment Highly Qualified Candidates Will Also Possess These Qualifications High School Diploma or GED equivalentOne year of previous experience in a painting or manufacturing positionExperience operating overhead cranes and forkliftExperience using dry mill thickness gauges, wet film thickness gauges and micrometersExcellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skillsMust have a high awareness for safety at all timesMust be a person of passion and integrity who has the drive to excel and deliver exceptional results 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. Educational Background Able to do basic math (addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division and fraction conversion)Able to read and comprehend routings and blueprintsAble to use a tape measureAble to use a computer to enter production date, perform time keeping functions, interface with machines and other equipment Job Training Skill Development This job requires the employee to understand blueprint /design readings and use such skill to determine part dimensions and tolerances, which may be indicated in both imperial and metric measurements.  The job requires the employee to operate dry mill thickness gauges, wet film thickness gauges and micrometers.  At this level, the employee is able to identify and inspect parts and materials to ensure quality of product.  The job also requires routine and troubleshooting maintenance activities to be performed.  This job requires the employee to complete inventory forms and inspection record processing.  This job also involves material handling with the ability to operate a forklift and overhead crane.  The job requires the employee to maintain the shop and work areas in a clean and safe condition.  The job requires the employee to perform in-process quality checks.  The normal adaptation time, for any new employee, should not exceed 120 days. 

Decision Making Employee makes routine decisions and also makes decisions that may affect the quality of the products being manufactured.  These are decisions that affect the employee's own work quality and output, as well as the work of others. Must be able to determine the acceptance or rejection of finished coated poles and small parts according to standard specifications. Must be able to judge preparation of poles and small parts as to its acceptance or rejection for coating.

Physical Effort Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds, an average weight of 20 to 40 pounds, 40% of the time (i.e., all small parts, arms and pedestal bases).  Lifts 50 pound containers 5-10 times per shift.  100% of this person's day is spent standing, walking, sitting, bending, squatting, balancing, stooping, kneeling and lifting in the process of preparing and/or coating of all poles and parts within the department.

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
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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