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Valmont Industries, Inc.

Production Dispatcher

Valmont Industries, Inc., Farmington, Minnesota, United States, 55024

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20805 Eaton Ave Farmington Minnesota 55024-7932

Essential Functions

Work in a cross-functional reporting structure that assists Scheduling, Shipping, Storerooms, Maintenance, Manufacturing, Finishing, and Small Parts departments. Also interfaces with admin departments, other sites, Vendors, Marketing, Engineering, and Purchasing

Coordinate completion of machine load report with the support and cooperation of manufacturing and the schedulers

Monitor status and expedite shortages to assure minimum manufacturing past due hours as defined by departmental goals

Maintain close communications with departmental Supervisors and/or leads and Production Control

Be responsible for the coordination of feedback to Inventory Control, regarding potential reschedules, overloads, and other potential logistic problems

All other duties as assigned

Other Important Details About The Role

Understand Production Control techniques and procedures in order to perform those functions over which he/she is to exercise their authority

Basic understanding of manufacturing processes and have the capability of reading standard blueprints generated by engineering

Good verbal and written communications skills, along with good planning, organization, and follow‑up skills.

Demonstrated leadership capabilities.

Understand and be able to use related data processing files, both hard copy documents and CICS through the computer network, while performing his/her daily departmental duties

This position reports into the Materials Manager

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

One (1) year of previous experience in a manufacturing or fabrication environment

One (1) year of previous experience with MRP systems such as IFS and Oracle Discoverer

Basic understanding of Production Control Techniques and procedures

Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word and Microsoft Outlook

Strong organizational skills, ability to multitask and interpersonal skills

The ability to pay attention to detail and follow work instructions

The ability to perform basic math functions such as adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing

Read, write and speak English effectively

Must have a high awareness for safety at all times

The ability to communicate and interact with coworkers in a positive manner

Must be a person of passion and integrity who has the drive to excel and deliver exceptional results

Highly Qualified Candidates Will Also Possess These Qualifications

One (1) year production scheduling experience

Three years of previous experience working in a manufacturing environment or fabrication environment

Associate’s degree in Business or related field is preferred

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.

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.

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