Assembler

Company: Valmont Industries, Inc.
Location: Claxton
Posted on: March 20, 2023

Job Description:

674 Industrial Park Drive Claxton Georgia 30417 Why Valmont We-- re Here to Move the World Forward. Valmont impacts millions of people around the world every day, yet they might not realize the many ways. Our technology is helping feed the growing population, supplying the world with more reliable energy and access to renewables, enhancing connectivity in remote and urban locations to create a sustainable future and so much more. Simply put, Valmont is advancing agricultural productivity and reimagining vital infrastructure to make life better. Join a Fortune 1000 company that respects hard work, honors diversity and invests in our employees as we focus on creating the world of tomorrow, today . We are the modern workforce . Are you ready to move the world forward? Apply now. A Brief Summary of This PositionThis position is an individual contributor top-assembler subject-matter expert role that is primarily responsible for the entire process involved in the assembly of concrete poles in accordance with company-- s written procedures. The incumbent will also be assigned to assist in various tasks and duties in relation to the training other employees, tack welding duties, reading and understanding blueprints, leading quality and safety initiatives, and other duties as assigned.Essential Functions

• TRAIN AND PERFORM THE FOLLOWING TASKS: All Assembler 1, 2 and 3 job functions; clean and oil molds; installation of strand and spiral; installation of chucks on strand; installation of structure rings; installation of chairs; installation of inserts; cut cable; installation of nameplates; installation of vents; insert tip hardware; set structure rings; stretch spiral wire; insert chairs and spacer; insert pass through pipe; insert hardware in proper locations; housekeeping; verification and prep; welding the base and tip plates; chuck assembly; prepping mold lids; gasket repair, false plate, silicone; destressing pole; stressing pole; locating the insert bolts; removing bolts; bolts under mold; pre-stress strand; pull spiral to proper pitch; chuck assembly; installation of tip plate and hardware; installation of butt plate and tack welding duties.
• QUALITY & SAFETY: Actively identifies and reduces waste within responsible department - demonstrated via Gemba tracking; Leads 5s and Gemba board discussions; layout molds; Toolbox Talks; particle crane operation.
• Forklift operation and ability to learn how to operate crane.
• Read, write, and understand blueprints in English.
• Other duties assigned by the management staff.Other Important Details about the Role:
  • The ability to communicate and interact with coworkers in a professional manner
  • The ability to pay attention to detail and follow work instructions
  • The ability to work overtime as neededRequired Qualifications of Every Candidate (Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities)
    • High School Diploma or GED is highly desirable but not required
    • One year of general labor experience preferably in a manufacturing environment or willing to learn
    • The ability to communicate and interact with coworkers in a professional manner
    • The ability to pay attention to detail and follow work instructions
    • The ability to work overtime as needed
    • The ability to work in extreme temperatures with exposure to chemicals and irritating particulates
    • The ability to recognize and solve practical problemsHighly Qualified Candidates Will Also Possess These Qualifications
      • High School Diploma or GED
      • More than one year of general labor experience preferably in a manufacturing environment
      • Experience in working with concrete or in a similar manufacturing evironmentEducational Background
        • Must have basic mathematical skills to be able to work with decimals and fractions; tape measurement skills, and ability to measure using metric and standard system. The ability to read, write and follow non-complex instructions (Reading floor prints and blueprints).
        • The ability to read, write and follow non-complex instructions.
        • A strong working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook and computer proficiency to be able to communicate with other departments, enter time and labor functions as well as request time off.Valmont offers employees and their families a comprehensive Total Well-being benefit package to ensure their individual and family-- s overall wellness needs are met.Benefits include :
          • Medical, dental and vision insurance
          • Paid time off
          • Employer paid life insurance
          • Employer paid short-term and long-term disability
          • Retirement plans
          • Dependent care
          • Employee assistance programs
          • Voluntary programs like tobacco cessation, Type 2 diabetes reversal, mortgage services, home & auto insurance, health coaching and more. Due to the nature of Valmont-- s Global Business and Union contracts, not all benefits are the same.Physical EffortBe exposed to sounds or noise levels that maybe uncomfortable. Able to balance; bend/stoop; climb stairs; crawl; crouch; climb ladders; kneel; push/pull; reach above shoulder; repetitive motion; squat, and feel. Complete repetitive movements. Be exposed to sounds or noise levels that may be uncomfortable. Lift/move/transport items up to 50 pounds. Requires the employee to work both inside and outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, and dry/air conditions and around dust. Exposure to hazards in the work environment such as chemicals, oil, power industrial vehiclesValmont 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 .

Keywords: Valmont Industries, Inc., Savannah , Assembler, Other , Claxton, Georgia