Chemical Process Tank Technician at Valmont Industries, Inc.

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Compensation: $20.50/hour

First shift: Monday through Friday, 4:30am to 12:00pm

A Brief Summary of This Position

This is an individual contributor position responsible for monitoring galvanizing equipment and fluids to ensure safe and proper galvanizing operation for high quality galvanized products.  The Chemical Process Tank Technician is responsible for adjusting flow rates to provide maximum output of iron and zinc sulfate crystals.  Incumbent is also responsible for leveling and changing crystal bags and filters and for performing minor maintenance to the galvanizing process tanks.  The Chemical Process Tank Technician will add acid and maintain the fluid levels and the temperatures in the galvanizing process tanks.  Incumbent will be responsible for operating the molten zinc recovery (MZR) machine.  Additional duties include assisting with loading the crystal trailer, washing down the process tanks, maintaining the dryer area and the areas under the process tanks, assisting in general plant clean up and housekeeping, and working safely with the required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

Essential Functions:

• Monitor galvanized equipment and fluids, to adjust flow rates
• Add acid and maintain fluid levels and temperatures in the galvanizing processing tanks
• Add nickel and albumin to the kettle, and to monitor the RO system
• Operate screwdrivers, wrenches, and cutting tools to perform minor maintenance on the galvanizing process tanks
• Operate forklift
• Maintain and complete accurate logs
• Must work in a safe and conscientious manner, paying constant attention to details
• Responsible for communicating problems or needs to departmental supervision

Important Details about the Role

• Assist in operating the MZR machine
• Assist in Material Handler duties as needed
• Assist in general plant clean up and housekeeping
• Must be a person of passion and integrity who has the drive to excel and deliver exceptional results
• This position reports to the Coatings Maintenance Manager

Required Qualifications of Every Candidate (Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities)

• No Degree
• No (0) to one (1) year of relevant experience
• Work with exposure to sulfuric acid
• Able to operate a forklift, use hand tools, electrical drills, saws, and pneumatic tools
• Work one (1) to two (2) shifts of overtime per week
• Wear a respirator for extended periods of time and other required Personal Protective Equipment for the production facility
• Perform basic math functions such as adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing
• Read and interpret simple charts, tables, flow diagrams, and troubleshooting guides
• The ability to stand and / or walk for up to 95% of the shift
• Lift, push, pull, and carry up to 50 pounds, with most frequent lift of up to 20 pounds
• Communicate and interact with coworkers in a professional manner
• Pay attention to detail and follow work instructions
• High awareness for safety, the ability to recognize hazardous substances and know employee responsibility for chemical safety

Highly Qualified Candidates Will Also Possess These Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• A working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• One (1) year of experience in a manufacturing or fabrication environment
• One (1) year of experience operating hand and / or power tools
• One (1) year of experience with overhead crane operations
• Prior experience with on the job troubleshooting

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.

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Working Environment and Physical Efforts:

Work is typically performed in an office setting.  The incumbent is regularly required to sit for extended periods of time, as well as talk and listen on the phone and in personal conversations or meetings. Environment is fast paced and demanding most of the time.  No travel requirements for this position.  The employee frequently is required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms while working in the office with various files and forms and while working on the computer.  The employee is occasionally required to move about the office.  Incumbent must utilize proper ergonomic safeguards such as monitor height and positions, keyboard location and height and proper wrists rests. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds in working with large files, binders, and computer equipment.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.