Brake Press Operator

28800 Ida St Valley Nebraska 68064-8016 Why 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. Compensation: $29.43/hr. + $2/hr. Shift Differential Shift: 3rd Schedule: Monday - Friday, 11:00 p.m. - 7:00 a.m. A Brief Summary of This Position The Brake Press Operator is an individual contributor role that encompasses multiple duties including: set-up brake, load sheet on conveyor, layout and prep sheet, move sheet of raw steel into brake, bend sheet, remove from brake, tack and secure two-piece shafts. Operator works with Operators. Operates overhead crane, plate heater, winch.  Fills in for operator on a limited basis once competence levels are met. Maintain equipment for assembly of one piece poles; bolt pads, nylon straps, etc. Essential Functions: Prepare, load, and move metal sheet onto the conveyor of the brake press Bend metal sheet using the brake press Inspect each product once bent to ensure that the bend was correct Send metal sheet to seaming operation after brake press procedures Recognize lamination and material defects and notify quality assurance or supervisor Assists in training Brake Press Operator. Make decisions affecting inventory and stored product locations Important Details about the Role Read and decipher blueprints and flat sheets correctly Use and read both regular and Outside Diameter (OD) tape measures accurately Make mathematical calculations in preparing product or setting up the machinery Setup, operate, and perform general maintenance of equipment Must have an acceptable attendance and prior employment record Operate the basic functions of a personal computer This position reports into Production Supervisor Required Qualifications of Every Candidate (Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities) No Degree Required One (1) year production experience Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 pounds, although most frequent lift is up to 20 pounds Capable of performing simple math, fractions and fraction to decimal conversions Ability to become Valmont trained and certified in the operation of a forklift High awareness for safety at all times Wear all required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required in the production facility Read blueprints and specifications Highly Qualified…