Shape Cutter Crane Operator

Valmont Industries, Inc. • Valley, NE

22h • $28 • Onsite

About The 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.

Requirements

• 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
• 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

Nice To Haves

• 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

Responsibilities

• 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
• 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

Benefits

• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed