Forklift Operator - Houston, United States - Valmont Industries

Valmont Industries

Verified Company

Houston, United States

1 week ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

beBee recruiter

Description

6123 Cunningham Rd Houston Texas 7704- 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.

Shift:
M-F 3 p.m. to 11:45 p.m.

A Brief Summary of This Position

Valmont is currently seeking a highly motivated and talented individual for the Forklift Operator position in the Houston, Texas Coatings Division.

We are looking for a highly driven individual that will operate a forklift and other lifting and moving equipment in a safe and efficient manner to deliver on-time, high quality Valmont products.

Essential Functions:

Demonstrate excellent judgment in estimating and executing appropriate size lifts
Unload and load steel hauling trucks for customers and company
Operate equipment safely and efficiently, protecting self and others from accident and injury
Document, count, and verify customer piece counts for shipping and receiving
Manage paperwork to properly identify incoming materials and outgoing products in accordance with established product control systems and shipping orders
Ensure the accuracy of the computers inventory system and the physical location and organization of inventory
Wear required Personal Protective Equipment and follow facility safety regulations
One year of previous experience operating a forklift in a professional environment
The ability to perform basic math functions such as adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing
The ability to pay attention to detail and follow work instructions
Excellent hand and eye coordination with 20/20 corrected vision
Must have a high awareness for safety at all times
The ability to be exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, nontoxic fumes and airborne particles, blowing dust, toxic or caustic chemicals, proximity to extreme heat, and moving mechanical parts
Must be a person of passion and integrity who has the drive to excel and deliver exceptional results
One year of previous experience in a manufacturing or fabrication environment
The ability to communicate and interact with coworkers in a positive manner
The ability to work in a high volume, fast paced environment
The ability to identify and communicate maintenance or product problems to departmental supervision.

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.

Valmont offers employees and their families a comprehensive Total Well-being benefit package to ensure their individual and family's overall wellness needs are met.

Benefits include*:

Medical, dental and vision insurance
Paid time off
Employer paid life insurance
Employer paid shortterm and longterm disability
Retirement plans
Dependent care
Employee assistance programs
Voluntary programs like tobacco cessation, Type 2 diabetes reversal, mortgage services, home & auto insurance, health coaching and more.
Due to the nature of Valmont's Global Business and Union contracts, not all benefits are the same