Valmont Industries, Inc.
Small Parts Welder - Nights TX
Valmont Industries, Inc., Brenham, Texas, United States,
2551 Valmont Dr Brenham Texas 77833-5418Why 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: Reads and interprets work orders and daily production schedules.Reads and interprets drawing/specifications to determine proper location of attachments, weld sizes and configurations.Use GMAW and FCAW processes to weld small and large componentsUse SAW process for structural weldsPerforms all functions associated with operation of the robotic welding machine. Start-up and shutdown procedures. Transfer of programs to and from the host computer, setting up the programs to produce required products, originating programs from standard shapes, modifying programs when needed.Understands all functions on the robotic welding machine, i.e. plasma cutting tips/nozzle size and speed charts, welding procedures, amperage settings, controller to computer, and appropriate instruction manuals.Properly positions pole and arm assemblies for welding.Properly positions component parts and assemblies for welding.Adjust welding machines to achieve desired results within parameters of established welding procedures.Performs visual inspections to ensure that welds AWS specificationsUse weld gauges to measure standard and metric weld sizesCut steel using oxy-fuel and plasma-arc cutting torchOperate assembly line conveyor system to move tubular shafts into position for cutting on band saw and for fittingOperate band saw for cutting tubular shafts and/or pipe according to drawingUse oxy-fuel torch to pre-heat parts in accordance with Valmont pre-heating procedure, to heat straighten as needed and pre-camber assemblies per drawingUse pneumatic and manual toolsRequired to operate a forklift provided employee is qualifiedRequired to use overhead/jib cranes provided employee is certifiedUse automated welding processes in areas requiring SAW certificationUse mechanical radius tube bending machine to radius arms per drawingUse hydraulic press to punch, crimp, notch, and radius arm assemblies and pipe bender to build bullhorn assemblies (Exclusive to Arms Department)Other duties as assigned
Required Qualifications of Every Candidate (Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities): Six months experience working as a welder, or a graduate of an acceptable Technical Welding ProgramMust be able to pass rotational weld certification testMust be PC literate (software, Windows, etc.)Read and write in EnglishProficient in manufacturing math; adds, subtracts, multiplies, and divides feet, inches, fractions, and decimals. (Uses tables to convert fractions to decimals and decimals to fractions)Experience with measuring tape, level, square, and angle finder to measure distances and anglesWears of protective equipment, including safety glasses, insulated welding gloves, leather sleeves, weld apron, and welding hood (PPE)Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
Highly Qualified Candidates Will Also Possess These Qualifications:One year experience as a Welder and a graduate of an acceptable Technical Welding ProgramPC literate (PLC software, Windows, etc.)Certified Forklift and Crane operatorMust be a person of passion and integrity who has the drive to excel and deliver exceptional results
Working Environment and Physical Efforts: Ambient temperatures in work area coincide with seasonal weather changes.
Exposure to metal and smoke fumes due to surrounding processes.
Abnormal noise level throughout the shop requiring that hearing protection worn at all times.
Direct exposure to dirt, grease, mill scale, cutting fluid, rust inhibitors, and metal particles and splinters.
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.
BenefitsValmont 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 matchPaid time offEmployer paid life insuranceEmployer paid short-term and long-term disability including maternity leaveWork Life SupportTuition Reimbursement up to $5,250 per yearVoluntary programs like tobacco cessation, Type 2 diabetes reversal, one-on-one health coaching, mortgage services and moreValmont 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.
Required Qualifications of Every Candidate (Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities): Six months experience working as a welder, or a graduate of an acceptable Technical Welding ProgramMust be able to pass rotational weld certification testMust be PC literate (software, Windows, etc.)Read and write in EnglishProficient in manufacturing math; adds, subtracts, multiplies, and divides feet, inches, fractions, and decimals. (Uses tables to convert fractions to decimals and decimals to fractions)Experience with measuring tape, level, square, and angle finder to measure distances and anglesWears of protective equipment, including safety glasses, insulated welding gloves, leather sleeves, weld apron, and welding hood (PPE)Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
Highly Qualified Candidates Will Also Possess These Qualifications:One year experience as a Welder and a graduate of an acceptable Technical Welding ProgramPC literate (PLC software, Windows, etc.)Certified Forklift and Crane operatorMust be a person of passion and integrity who has the drive to excel and deliver exceptional results
Working Environment and Physical Efforts: Ambient temperatures in work area coincide with seasonal weather changes.
Exposure to metal and smoke fumes due to surrounding processes.
Abnormal noise level throughout the shop requiring that hearing protection worn at all times.
Direct exposure to dirt, grease, mill scale, cutting fluid, rust inhibitors, and metal particles and splinters.
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.
BenefitsValmont 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 matchPaid time offEmployer paid life insuranceEmployer paid short-term and long-term disability including maternity leaveWork Life SupportTuition Reimbursement up to $5,250 per yearVoluntary programs like tobacco cessation, Type 2 diabetes reversal, one-on-one health coaching, mortgage services and moreValmont 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.