Tube Line Operator I - Nights
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2551 Valmont Dr Brenham Texas 77833-5418

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Essential Functions:

• Performs Shear, Former, Burnisher, Straightening, and Cut Off set-ups to assure optimal performance.
• Adjust Hydraulic, Pneumatic, Mechanical, and Electrical devices.
• Initiates manual and auto cycles from Manual Controls or PLC touch panel.
• Use pneumatic powered tools to buff/grind product to specification.
• Use SMAW/Stick and GMAW/Gas Metal arc welder to repair split seams that may occur during production.
• Perform set-up of Straightener to assure hold down cables and roller supports are located correctly for varying sizes of tubes.
• Inspects product per Valmont and Industry Standards. Performs close visual inspection of product to discover any discontinuities not meeting Valmont and Industry Standards.
• Maintain all equipment in designated area to assure proper working condition at all times.
• Perform regular preventative maintenance on all equipment in assigned areas.
• Notify Supervisor and/or Lead Person when assistance is required for maintenance and /or other repairs that are beyond his/her capabilities.
• Assist Maintenance personnel on performing maintenance and repair work as needed.
• Assist and/or performs set-up of other production equipment as directed by Lead Person.
• Keep assigned area clean.
• Help maintain housekeeping program throughout Tube Mill as directed by Lead Person.
• Maintain Safety awareness and be alert at all times, to detect, avoid, and/or correct unsafe conditions.
• Records and maintains data, recording setups, inspection, and product documentation.

Other Important Details about the Role:

• Employee will be subject to the Valmont Employee Handbook and Policies
• Follow Valmont's Specifications for
  • Safety
  • Quality
  • Material
  • Work Instructions

Required Qualifications of Every Candidate (Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities):

• Burnisher/Buffer/Straightener/Cut Off
• Read and write clearly.
• Basic math.
• Able to read O.D. tape and tape measure.
• Certified to GMAW
• Use of Microsoft Excel
• Tube Line Former Operator
• Read and write clearly.
• Basic math.
• Able to read O.D. tape and tape measure.
• Use of Microsoft Excel
• Tube Line Shear Line Operator
• Read and write clearly.
• Basic math.
• Able to read O.D. tape and tape measure.
• Must be able to use micrometer
• Use of Microsoft Excel

Highly Qualified Candidates Will Also Possess These Qualifications:

• Previous experience in manufacturing or fabrication environment
• High School or GED diploma
• Experience operating overhead crane
• Experience working with Lean manufacturing methodology
• The ability to communicate and interact with coworkers in a positive manner
• Must be a person of passion and integrity who has the drive to excel and deliver exceptional results.

Working Environment and Physical Efforts:

This job is usually performed in an indoor shop environment. The temperature range can be from 105 degrees in the summer to about 40 degrees in the winter. There will likely be exposure to mill scale, lubricating fluids, occasionally smoke from cutting/welding operations Most operations may expose employee to some type of disagreeable working conditions (wind, cold, heat, dust, dirt, fumes, noise, vibration, water, or oil). Working conditions may vary with specific work assignments. Some outside work may be required to bring in railcar and check coils for inventory. This is a noisy environment with sound levels around 80 decibels. Safety glasses, earplugs, and metatarsal safety shoes are required at all times in the plant. The employee will operate machines that use liquid coolant and may also be exposed to cast iron dust as well as other steel particles. The employee must be able to spend the entire work shift within this warehouse environment normally standing or moving around the warehouse floor.

Incumbent will also be exposed to production facilities where specific PPE will be required such as hand, hearing, foot, eye, and head protection. There will also be frequent exposure to outside elements for short periods of time. Being outside will also expose them to material handling equipment such as forklifts, straddle trucks, and shag trucks.

Computer Software: MS Office, Outlook, Excel, IFS, TMS

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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