Hydraulic Brake Press Operator - 3rd shift ($25+/hr)

Company: Valmont Industries
Location: Valley
Posted on: May 16, 2022

Job Description:

28800 Ida St Valley Nebraska 68064-8016Why ValmontWelcome to Valmont, where a world of opportunity awaits. When you join our team, you become part of a passionate group dedicated to changing lives and conserving resources around the globe. We want problem solvers who roll up their sleeves to foster progress and innovation for all people. At Valmont, we provide infrastructure, irrigation, tubing and coatings to the world. We strengthen cities. We nourish croplands. We design, manufacture and coat. Our products and services make a difference. Join us, and BUILD YOUR WORLD.How you will contributeValmont is currently seeking a highly motivated and talented individual for the Brake Press Operator position in the Global Engineered Support Structures division. We are looking for a highly driven individual that will assist in various daily manufacturing production activities including operating one of the largest brake presses in the world. Additionally, this individual will---A Brief Summary of This PositionThe Brake Press Operator is an individual contributor position where this individual has the opportunity to work independently to help support the organization's goals and mission. A qualified candidate will understand proper modes for calibration and set up, check material thickness and first part and cycle machine before production run. This individual will be capable of calibrating with each setup of dies and ram. They will understand dies and numbers on dies and setup. A qualified candidate should be capable of identifying what top dies goes with bottom die and how to calculate included angels, material thickness to bend angle and program brake press correctly. This individual will have the opportunity to make shafts, shrouds and structural channel to prescribed specifications. This position is responsible for miscellaneous routine machine maintenance and will have the opportunity to assist helpers when needed. This position is active, which involves standing throughout the entire shift and occasionally operating grinders and lifting tools that can weigh up to 50 lbs. Operators will also receive opportunity to run the flip tack jig. A qualified candidate will pass an A- welder test and have the opportunity to learn how to put together 3 piece poles using the 3 piece jig. This person will also have the opportunity to run a 15 ton overhead crane and a 30 ton overhead crane.Essential Functions:Will adhere to all Valmont safety policies and proceduresKnowledge of Valmont's quality procedures, standards, and practicesPossess acceptable work history and attendance recordFamiliarized in operator's maintenance of the equipmentRead and interpret blueprintsAbility to wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for the production environmentMust be able to lift up to 50 pounds maximum on an occasional basisAbility to learn and operate the 30 ton magnetic craneAbility to pass a forklift test and drive forkliftsImportant Details about the RoleLearn IFS and our machine operating programDevelop a working knowledge and proper use of dies, punches, backstop and gauging fixturesMake mathematical calculations in preparing product or setting up the machinerySetup, operate and perform general maintenance of equipmentAccurately read and use a tape measure, compass, micrometer, mag. Level, protractor, versa gauge, and caliperAbility to operate the basic functions of a personal computerThis position reports into the Large Pole Production SupervisorRequired Qualifications of Every Candidate (Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities)High School Diploma or GED equivalentDemonstrate the ability to physically perform the requirements of the task assignedMust read and decipher blue prints and flat sheets without assistanceMust Program and re-set the CNC Press Brake, troubleshoot operating malfunctionsMust be able to pass FCAW and GMAW 2G certification along with visual and MT testHighly Qualified Candidates Will Also Possess These QualificationsOne year of previous experience operating a hydraulic pressOne year of previous experience programming machineryA working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Outlook, and IFSOne year of previous experience working in a Manufacturing environmentOne year of previous experience operating a forkliftThe ability to communicate and interact with coworkers in a positive mannerThe ability to pay attention to detail and follow work instructionsMust have a high awareness for safety at all timesMust be a person of passion and integrity who has the drive to excel and deliver exceptional resultsValmont 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.

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