Machine Operator

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Newberry SCtime type:
Full time posted on:
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February 6, 2026 (6 days left to apply) job requisition :
R US Hwy 76 Newberry South Carolina 29108
*** 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.

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* 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*.
** A Brief Summary of This Position
** The Machine Operator is an individual contributor. This person must be a highly driven individual that will polish, grind, or process material as directed by work instruction through the use of designated machines. (For example: Polisher and, if applicable based on location, material handling equipment) .
** Essential Functions
*** Ability to wear all required personal protective equipment (PPE) and work both in a non-temperature controlled environment and outdoors.
* Ability to perform the functions of the job while adhering to the Safety Absolutes.
* Operate a hand-held grinder to finish small part components.
* Manage time to efficiently produce quality products within designated work hours.
* Communicate information and provide feedback, in person, with co-workers, Shift Lead, Shift Supervisor &/or Production/Operations Manager
* Perform lean, 5S, and/or general housekeeping.
* If applicable based on location, responsible for inspecting materials to ensure that products meet established quality standards and quantities are correct for each order.
* If applicable based on location, inspect aluminum shafts and evaluate condition.
* If applicable based on location, remove dents, grind and router as needed.
* If applicable based on location, prepare finished shafts for protection in shipment as directed by work instruction.
* If applicable based on location, responsible for machine set up, including setting rollers to specified lengths, and verifying dimensions from shop drawings.
* If applicable based on location, observe operation and periodically verify conformance of machined work to process sheet, specifications, and blueprint data.
* If applicable based on location, use overhead crane to load/unload machinery.
* If applicable based on location, use forklift to move or unload material or machinery.
* Other duties as required and/or assigned.
** Important Details about the Role
*** The employee is responsible for own work.
* Must be able to work with other employees to complete job.
* If applicable based on location, setup, operate, and perform general maintenance of equipment without difficulty.
* If applicable based on location, make mathematical calculations in preparing product or setting up the machinery.
* The employee  must maintain a safe and productive work environment producing a quality product which is shipped complete and on time to satisfy the needs of the customer.
* The employee has a direct impact on safety, quality, productivity, TME (total manufacturing expenses), and customer satisfaction.
** Required Qualifications of Every Candidate (Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)
*** The ability to calculate simple mathematics and interpret shop drawings.
* One year experience working in a fast paced manufacturing environment.
* If applicable based on location, ability to operate forklifts and acquire forklift certification.
* If applicable based on location, ability to operate overhead cranes and acquire overhead crane certification.
* Ability to accurately perform basic arithmetic calculations.
* Ability to read and work with prints, drawings, and work documents.
* Ability to accurately take measurements using close…