Machine Operator (Spinner)
Valmont Industries, Inc. · Estill, SC · 6 days ago
ManagementFull-time
How You Will Contribute
- Select the proper mold and set up as per production schedule
- Check resin gel times to ensure equipment is functioning properly
- Review shop drawings for accuracy, glass layout is correct, and injection gun is set up
- Place the required amount and type of fiberglass inside the mold following standard procedures and print requirements
- Properly inject appropriate amount of resin per drawing and environmental conditions
- When pole has gel, knock pole out, inspect for defects and place in buggy
- Remove mold and place on rack to allow cooling
- Clean and prepare the mold for further molding processes, insuring that all debris have been removed
- Keep containers containing chemicals labeled and covered at all times in accordance with EPA and fire prevention standards
- Keep work area and molding equipment clean, emptying all trash, putting away all tools, etc. in their proper location at the end of the shift
What It Takes
- Be proficient with the use of hand tools
- Able to understand order prints and follow production schedule
- Basic math skills up to and including the use of fractions, percentages
- Maintain supplies needed on a weekly basis
- Able to lift at least 60+ lbs
- Able to work in extreme weather conditions
Highly Qualified Candidates Will Also Possess
- A high school diploma or GED
- Able to read and follow written and oral directions
- A person of passion and integrity who has the drive to excel and deliver exceptional results
Working Environment And Physical Efforts
- Incumbent will not be required to travel
- Work is typically performed in a manufacturing setting
- Regularly required to stand for extended periods of time, as well as talk and listen to coworkers and supervisors
- Regularly required to reach with hands and arms
- Often required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, or crouch
- Talking and hearing is required for this role
- The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and ability to adjust focus
- This position may require the incumbent to work outside during all seasons of the year
- The position may require moving about, lifting, stooping, bending, climbing stairs, and kneeling in many instances
Benefits
- 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