Overview
Valmont is a Fortune 1000 company that focuses on advancing agricultural productivity and reimagining vital infrastructure. The Structural Back Welder operates a sub-arc welder to ensure quality welding on pole shafts, contributing to the company's mission of moving the world forward.
Responsibilities
- Operate a sub-arc welder and place a weld on one or four sides of the shafts.
- Gouge and grind required areas clean enough to pass ultrasonic inspections post weld.
- Weld, grind, and repair each pole prior to inspection by Quality Inspectors.
- Repair all seaming defects as directed by Quality Inspectors.
- Maintain accountability and perform maintenance on essential tools and welding equipment.
- Work timely and expeditiously to deliver an on-time product without manufacturing errors.
- Participate in department safety and demonstrate excellent safety practices.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Must pass an AWS welder qualification test and use sub-arc welding equipment without difficulty.
- Minimum of 3 years experience in a heavy manufacturing environment or graduation from an accredited trade school with one year of experience.
- Knowledge of welding properties of a variety of metals and alloys.
- Thorough knowledge of welding procedures and practices.
- Ability to calculate formulas using basic mathematics and standard measurements.
- Knowledge of Valmont's quality procedures, standards, and environmental policies.
- Must maintain an acceptable level of production, quality, and attendance as determined by Management after 90 days.
Benefits
- Health Insurance
- 401k
- PTO
- Employer paid life insurance
- Employer paid short-term and long-term disability
- Tuition Reimbursement
Additional Information
- Location: 25010 Alliance Dr Claremore Oklahoma 74017
- Available Shift: 2nd - Monday to Thursday 5:00pm - 3:30am; 4th - Friday to Sunday 5:00am - 5:00pm.
- Pay: $28.07/hour with a $2/hr night shift differential, increasing to $30.63/hr by 6-month anniversary.