2551 Valmont Dr Brenham Texas 77833-5418

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.

Essential Functions:

• Bends pole trapezoids and or parts by using the magnetic crane to move the material and Brake press to complete the projects.

• Responsible for entering the necessary data into the Press Brake computer.

• Responsible to complete required reports and record the appropriate date with accuracy.

• A thorough knowledge of Press Brake procedures & practices are essential to ensure the quality of the product. This will include the ability to calculate formulas using basic math, standard U.S. and Metric Measurements.

• Works under conditions with accurate performance and completion of work within set time limits.

• Accountable and responsible for essential tools and equipment provided along w/ the maintenance of these tools and equipment.

• Actively participate in department safety, demonstrate excellent safety practices and behaviors which conform to all Valmont safety policies and procedures.

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

• High School Graduate or equivalent.

• At least 3 years experience in a heavy manufacturing environment is desired or graduation from an accredited trade school.

• Able to program and re-set the Press Brake, trouble shoot operating malfunctions and be well versed in operator’s maintenance of the equipment.

• Able to read and decipher blueprints and flat sheets without assistance and use them to properly lay out and bend required product.

• Knowledge of quality requirements and standards.

• Ability to prioritize work to complete deadlines. Must also be able to work through problem with the minimum amount of assistance from the lead person or the supervisor.

• Ability to work timely and expeditiously to deliver an on-time result without errors.

• At the end of 90 Calendar days the candidate must be able to maintain an acceptable level of production, quality and attendance as determined by Management.

Highly Qualified Candidates Will Also Possess These Qualifications:

• No degree

• 5-7 years of relevant experience

• Learn IFS and machine operating program

• Read and interpret blueprints

• Develop a working knowledge and proper use of dies, punches, backstop and gauging fixtures

• Make mathematical calculations in preparing product or setting up the machinery

• Set up, operate, and perform general maintenance of equipment

• Pass the forklift test

• Accurately read and use a tape measure, compass , micrometer, mag level, protractor, versa gauge, and caliper

• Operate the basic functions of a personal computer

• Perform accurate and detailed quality inspections to verify that parts are manufactured to specification.

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.

Working Environment and Physical Efforts:

• Physical efforts include: standing – 80%, bending over – 15%, average weight handled – 25 lbs., operator grinds 10% and uses buffer 10% of time.

• Exposure to additional heat during fitting/welding process above ambient temperature and direct exposure to weld fumes

• Exposure to noise while grinding and hammering requires hearing protection to be worn at all times

• Ambient air conditions; both hot in the summer and cold in the winter

• Sparks from grinding and welding require proper PPE

• Possible burns from hot steel during welding processes, eye injuries from grinding, welding, and cutting sparks, flash burns from welding and heat fatigue

• Potential for hearing loss if proper PPE not used

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.

If you have a disability and require any assistance in filling out the application for employment email EEOCompliance@Valmont.com.

Valmont is here to modernize vital infrastructure and increase agricultural productivity, sustainably and reliably. We galvanize steel to last a century with minimal environmental impact. We modernize irrigation to feed a growing population by utilizing the latest technology. We harden the electrical grid to enable the delivery of reliable power to millions of homes around the world. And we help make communities everywhere safer, cleaner and more connected through our smart infrastructure technology.

Valmont serves two primary markets — agriculture and infrastructure — and seven diverse product lines: Utility, Lighting and Transportation, Telecom, Solar, Coatings, Irrigation and Ag Tech. We manufacture products in 85 facilities spread across six continents, and we do business in 100 different countries.

That’s what Valmont does. We conserve resources and improve life, finding ways to make innovation and technology beneficial in the real world.

• That’s the value we add.