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Starting pay $27+/hr PLUS $2/hr shift differential
Available Shift: 2nd and 3rd
Brief Summary
The Brake Press Operator is an individual contributor role that encompasses multiple duties including set-up brake, load sheet on conveyor, layout and prep sheet, move sheet of raw steel into brake, bend sheet, remove from brake, tack and secure two-piece shafts. Operator works with Operators. Operates overhead crane, plate heater, winch. Fills in for operator on a limited basis once competence levels are met. Maintain equipment for assembly of one-piece poles, bolt pads, nylon straps, etc.
Essential Functions:
Prepare, load, and move metal sheet onto the conveyor of the brake pressBend metal sheet using the brake pressInspect each product once bent to ensure that the bend was correctSend metal sheet to seaming operation after brake press proceduresRecognize lamination and material defects and notify quality assurance or supervisorAssists in training Brake Press Operator.Make decisions affecting inventory and stored product locationsImportant Details
Read and decipher blueprints and flat sheets correctlyUse and read both regular and Outside Diameter (OD) tape measures accuratelyMake mathematical calculations in preparing product or setting up the machinerySetup, operate, and perform general maintenance of equipmentMust have an acceptable attendance and prior employment recordOperate the basic functions of a personal computerThis position reports into Production SupervisorRequired Qualifications
One (1) year production experienceAbility to occasionally lift up to 50 pounds, although most frequent lift is up to 20 poundsCapable of performing simple math, fractions and fractions to decimal conversionsAbility to become Valmont trained and certified in the operation of a forkliftRead blueprints and specificationsHighly Qualified Candidates Will Also Possess These Qualifications
One (1) year of previous experience using a brake pressOne (1) year of previous experience in a manufacturing or fabrication environmentKnowledge of basic programming and set-up of PLC controlled machineryBenefits
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.
If you have a disability and require any assistance in filling out the application for employment email EEOCompliance@Valmont.com.