28800 Ida St Valley Nebraska 68064-8016

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.

 

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.

A Brief Summary

Valmont is currently seeking a highly motivated and talented individual contributor for the Dispatcher position in the Global NA Operations Division. This position is accountable for the organizing and the coordination of all activities related to the execution of a department master production schedule to maintain the shop schedule and keep it up accurate.

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 PurchasingCoordinate completion of machine load report with the support and cooperation of manufacturing and the schedulersMonitor status and expedite shortages to assure minimum manufacturing past due hours as defined by departmental goalsMaintain close communications with departmental Supervisors and/or leads and Production ControlBe responsible for the coordination of feedback to Inventory Control, regarding potential reschedules, overloads, and other potential logistic problems

Other Important Details

Understand Production Control techniques and procedures in order to perform those functions over which he/she is to exercise their authorityBasic understanding of manufacturing processes and have the capability of reading standard blueprints generated by engineeringGood 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 dutiesThis position reports into the Operations Planner

Required Qualifications

One (1) year of previous experience in a manufacturing or fabrication environmentOne (1) year of previous experience with MRP systems such as IFS and Oracle DiscovererBasic understanding of Production Control Techniques and proceduresStrong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word and Microsoft OutlookStrong organizational skills, ability to multitask and interpersonal skillsThe ability to pay attention to detail and follow work instructionsThe ability to perform basic math functions such as adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividingRead, write and speak English effectively

Highly Qualified

One (1) year production scheduling experienceThree years of previous experience working in a manufacturing environment or fabrication environmentAssociate’s degree in business or related field is preferred

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.

If you have a disability and require any assistance in filling out the application for employment email EEOCompliance@Valmont.com.