Large Capacity Forklift Operator

Join ValmontValmont 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.A Brief Summary of This PositionThis is an individual contributor position responsible for receiving, unloading, and storing incoming product loads, inspecting finished products for damage and defects, and ensuring product tags are correct and material information is entered correctly. They will operate equipment used to move material including forklifts and pallet jacks. Incumbent will be responsible for identifying material and product being loaded and unloaded. Incumbent will be responsible for making recommendations to resolve any damage or defects found in products. Interact with customers and truck drivers, coordinate special handling resulting from inspection, general plant housekeeping, and working safely with the required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).Essential Functions:Operate forklifts with the capacity to move up to 35,000 lbs. of material on and off flatbed trailers or box trucks when applicable.Communicating potential problems or needs with material to site leadershipInspect incoming material for proper venting and draining holes/lifting attachmentsInspect galvanized material to ensure it meets the quality standards, reject material that does not meet quality standards, and coordinate special handling for this materialMove pieces of steel and other material up to 50 pounds by hand from different locations in the plant and yardWhen otherwise under-utilized, the employee will be cross trained in various production departments to assist with general operations.Important Details about the RoleThe ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divideProficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook and VCCMaxProficient at reading tags, bills of lading, and shipping and receiving papersStand 90% of a shift and work outside in extreme weather conditionsOperate forklifts, small hand toolsThe ability to communicate and interact with coworkers, customers, truck drivers, and management in a positive mannerPay attention to detail and follow work instructionsHigh awareness for safetyThe ability to work overtime to include weekends and potentially holidaysMust be a person of passion and integrity who has the drive to excel and deliver exceptional resultsRequired Qualifications of Every Candidate (Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities)No DegreeZero (0) to (1) year of relevant experienceAbility to work with wood and small hand tools such as tape measures, saws, drills, riveters, and nail gunsAbility to become certified in operation forkliftsAbility to ensure that products meet quality standardsAbility to bundle, crate, box, and wrap products to be shippedAbility to load a truckAbility to operate computer to enter product informationAbility to lift up to 50 pounds frequently throughout a shiftHighly Qualified Candidates Will Also Possess These QualificationsOne (1) year of experience as a Material Handler 1Two (2) years of experience operating a forklift in a professional environmentBenefitsValmont 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.