Valmont Industries, Inc. is hiring: Warehouse Associate in Kansas City
Valmont Industries, Inc., Kansas City, MO, United States, 64101
Overview
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Location: 10403 Hickman Mills Dr, Kansas City, Missouri 64137
Summary
Valmont Substations, LLC., specializing in the delivery of high voltage substations and transmission line equipment nationwide, is seeking a Warehouse Associate. This is a full-time position that requires a reliable, organized, detail oriented individual who is a quick learner, willing to take on any task and complete projects with minimal supervision.
Essential Functions
- General warehouse operations to ensure safe and accurate handling of all incoming and outgoing project shipments
- Accurately pick, pack and ship items based on customer orders
- Operate forklift to fulfill shipments
- Verify the completion of inspections and other quality control methods to ensure accuracy of shipments
- Verify that packing lists are given to the project manager the day the shipment is received in warehouse
- Verify that pictures showing total quantity of connectors unpacked and inspected are on server within one week of shipment receipt in warehouse
- Verify that warehouse is kept organized and clean and shipments are put away on racks for later shipment
- Ability to stand/walk up to 100% of shift
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, although most frequent lift is 20 pounds
- Keep tools / work area organized
Required Qualifications
- High School diploma or GED
- Previous forklift experience
- Previous experience in picking, packing, shipping or distribution
- The ability to use a calculator and a tape measure
- The ability to read, write and follow non-complex instructions
- A working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook and computer proficiency to be able to communicate with other departments, enter time and labor functions as well as request time off
- Ability to work in a team environment and to get along with coworkers
- Ability to understand and follow verbal and/or written instructions
- Accuracy, organization and strong attention to detail
- Ability to work independently with some direction
- Experience operating a personal computer in a professional environment
- Time management and multitasking
- Good listening and communication skills
Highly Qualified Candidates Will Also Possess
- Forklift certification
Working Environment And Physical Efforts
This position requires full range of motion, the ability to lift and maneuver 50 lbs or more, the ability to stand for long periods of time, ability to squat, pivot, carry, reach and bend much of the time. It will also include occasional outdoor work. There are areas that will require the use of a ladder to access and there will be a large amount of walking within the warehouse to perform duties.
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
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.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Management and Manufacturing
Industries
Machinery Manufacturing, Industrial Machinery Manufacturing, and Farming
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