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Valmont Industries, Inc.

Product Line Welding Manager

Valmont Industries, Inc., Valley, Nebraska, United States, 68064

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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.

28800 Ida St, Valley, Nebraska 68064-8016

Why Valmont

Join a 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. Are you ready to move the world forward? Apply now.

Brief Summary Of This Position The Product Line Welding Manager is a key leadership role responsible for driving welding excellence across a designated product line within Valmont’s manufacturing sites. This position provides technical direction, supports operational execution, and ensures alignment with Valmont’s global welding strategy. The incumbent serves as the welding authority for their product line, collaborating with Quality, Manufacturing, and Engineering Design teams to implement best‑in‑class welding practices.

Essential Functions

Design Engineering Support

Serve as a subject matter expert in welding engineering principles, metallurgy, and welding processes (GMAW, FCAW, SAW, etc.)

Influence welding design for manufacturability and standardization across the product line

Review customer specifications, recommend exceptions, and ensure compliant final contract specifications

Prepare and maintain engineering documentation and R&D reports related to weld design and testing (Welding Procedures, Procedure Qualification Records, etc.)

Manufacturing & Process Engineering

Develop and qualify welding systems

Operations Support

Collaborate with Operations to identify opportunities for productivity, quality, and safety improvements

Support deployment of new welding equipment and automation

Assist in the development of training programs for welders, inspectors, engineers, and frontline leaders

Translate engineering and welding requirements to frontline teams for practical application

Quality Assurance

Assist with development of inspection processes and standards

Assist with development of data collection and analysis systems

Ensure sites are measuring and improving the quality of their primary operations

Coach and mentor teams on root cause analysis and corrective actions

Develop and implement quality and weld certification audit programs

Ensure weld quality aligns with national codes and customer‑specific requirements

Key Competencies

Analytical Thinking – Applies engineering and data analysis to identify solutions

Technical Leadership – Provides direction and mentorship to cross‑functional welding teams

Ethical Standards – Champions integrity and compliance in all technical practices

Communication – Delivers clear, concise technical guidance to both plant and executive stakeholders

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

Bachelor’s degree in Welding Engineering, Metallurgy, Materials Science, or related discipline

OR AWS CWI/CWS certification with 10+ years of manufacturing experience

Minimum 2 years of welding engineering or advanced manufacturing experience

Proficiency in welding process development (GMAW, FCAW, SAW)

Experience with NDT techniques and lab testing

Strong project management, problem‑solving, and technical communication skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and AutoCAD

Attention to detail with a high degree of accuracy while working in a fast‑paced environment with multiple deadlines

Passion and integrity with the drive to excel and deliver exceptional results

Highly Qualified Candidates Will Also Possess These Qualifications

AWS CWI (Certified Welding Inspector) or CWS (Certified Welding Supervisor)

10+ years of experience in heavy steel fabrication environments

Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and Kaizen methodologies

Multi‑site manufacturing or matrixed leadership experience

Benefits

Healthcare (medical, prescription drugs, dental and vision)

401(k) 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

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Design and Engineering

Machinery Manufacturing, Industrial Machinery Manufacturing, and Farming

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