Valmont Industries

Overview

Valmont is a Fortune 1000 company focused on advancing agricultural productivity and reimagining vital infrastructure. The Small Parts Welder position involves production welding and tack welding to assemble pole shafts using the GMAW process.

Responsibilities

• Use GMAW process to tack weld various small components to round or square shafts.
• Manually position shafts on stationary turners for assembly.
• Read and interpret drawings to determine parts needed for assembly.
• Use plasma torch to cut steel and utilize jigs for cutting holes in shafts.
• Use measuring tools to measure distances and angles.
• Work in confined areas to accurately measure and assemble components.
• Use motorized grinders, buffers, and drills to assist in assembly.
• Maintain safety awareness and report unsafe conditions.
• Consult management regarding training needs.

Requirements

• Must be able to read and write English.
• Ability to use common manufacturing math.
• 6 months previous experience welding in a manufacturing or fabrication environment, or graduation from an acceptable Technical Training Program focused in welding.
• Must pass GMAW 1-G flat plate and/or rotational weld test and maintain certification.
• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• 1 year previous experience welding in an assembly environment is preferred.
• 1 year previous experience operating hand and/or power tools is preferred.
• Ability to check one's own work for quality assurance.

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• 401k
• PTO

Additional Information

• Nights 3rd Shift Standard Schedule: Monday - Friday 11PM - 7AM.
• Opportunity for step pay increases at 90 days, 1 year, and 2 years.
• Eligible for annual discretionary bonus.