Job Information
Valmont Industries, Inc. Seamer in Claremore, Oklahoma
25010 Alliance Dr Claremore Oklahoma 74017
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.
Available Shifts: 4th - Friday to Sunday 5:00am - 5:00pm
Starting Pay: $26.20/hr with a $1.00/hr night shift differential. Pay increase at 90-day and 6-month anniversary.
A Brief Summary of This Position
This is an individual contributor position responsible for operating a flux-core sub-arc welding seamer that places a continuous seam weld on up to 4 sided steel shafts with a minimum of 80% penetration, that will be plug sampled and UT checked. The incumbent will repair and ensure quality prior to submitting the shaft for inspection and/or back weld processes. The incumbent will also operate the sub-arc back-welder (turtle). Through the engineering drawing, operator will determine the length of back-weld required, perform the material preparation, and weld processes to ensure it passes UT inspection. This person will be required to work on projects alone or in a team environment.
Essential Functions
Calibrates weld head for material thickness
Responsible for making mathematical calculation in preparing product or setting up the machinery
Ability to read and decipher blue prints and flat sheets without assistance and use them to properly weld scheduled work
Working from the directions of the supervisor, the job requires the movement of pole shafts into the seaming processor. Setting up and operate the sub-arc welder and backwelding.
The incumbent will weld, grind, and repair each pole prior to present it to the Quality Inspectors. This person will also repair all seaming defect as directed by the Quality Inspectors.
Most of the work performed will be individual. Essential tools and welding equipment will be provided, however accountability and maintenance will be the employee’s responsibility.
Able to work timely and expeditiously to deliver an on-time product without manufacturing errors.
Performs other duties as directed by leaders and management.
Actively participate in department safety, demonstrate excellent safety practices and behaviors that conform to all Valmont safety policies and procedures.
Actively participate in department LEAN activities and demonstrated performance working in a team environment
Demonstrate knowledge of Valmont’s quality procedures, standards, and practices
Required Qualifications of Every Candidate (Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities)
A minimum of 0-1 year of welding experience
High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
Read blueprints and use a tape measure
Pass an American Welding Society (AWS) welder operator qualification test for submerged arc welding (SAW) and gas metal arc welding (GMAW)
Must be able to safely lift up to 50 pounds maximum, although most frequent lift is up to 20 pounds
Perform math functions such as add, subtract whole numbers, fractions and decimals
Ability to be trained on and pass tests for operating an overhead crane and forklift
Setup, operate, and perform general maintenance of equipment without difficulty
Must possess acceptable work history and attendance record
A minimum of 3 years experience in a heavy manufacturing environment is desired or graduation from an accredited trade school with one year of experience.
A thorough knowledge of welding procedures and practices are essential to ensure the quality of the product.
Highly Qualified Candidates Will Also Possess These Qualifications
Previous experience with sub-arc welding
Ability to communicate and interact with coworkers and supervisor
Prior experience working in a manufacturing setting
Benefits
Valmont 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 match
Paid time off
Employer paid life insurance
Employer paid short-term and long-term disability including maternity leave
Work Life Support
Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250 per year
Voluntary programs like tobacco cessation, Type 2 diabetes reversal, one-on-one health coaching, mortgage services and more
Valmont 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.
Valmont is here to modernize vital infrastructure and increase agricultural productivity, sustainably and reliably. We galvanize steel to last a century with minimal environmental impact. We modernize irrigation to feed a growing population by utilizing the latest technology. We harden the electrical grid to enable the delivery of reliable power to millions of homes around the world. And we help make communities everywhere safer, cleaner and more connected through our smart infrastructure technology.
Valmont serves two primary markets — agriculture and infrastructure — and seven diverse product lines: Utility, Lighting and Transportation, Telecom, Solar, Coatings, Irrigation and Ag Tech. We manufacture products in 85 facilities spread across six continents, and we do business in 100 different countries.
That’s what Valmont does. We conserve resources and improve life, finding ways to make innovation and technology beneficial in the real world.
- That’s the value we add.