Material Controller

Valmont Industries, Inc.

. Move product to maintain appropriate flow through production areas.

Posted 10/9/2026full-timeClaremore • Oklahoma • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $26 per hourWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in material handling, inventory management, and safe operation of forklifts and overhead cranes. Proficient in maintaining accurate documentation and prioritizing tasks to ensure timely product delivery in a heavy manufacturing environment.

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Forklift OperationOverhead Crane ExperienceInventory ManagementMaterial HandlingCycle Counting

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Hard Skills

Material MovementProduction Plan InterpretationComputer Inventory System MaintenanceDocumentation AccuracyHeavy Machinery Operation

Soft Skills

PrioritizationAttention to DetailAdaptability

Tools & Technologies

IFS Software

Industry Keywords

Heavy ManufacturingSafety PoliciesTPM Forklift InspectionsHigh School DiplomaAssociate’s Degree in Manufacturing

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Move product to maintain appropriate flow through production areas.
Receive, issue and physically move material efficiently and timely.
Provide accurate and timely documentation of material and product movement.
Maintain accuracy of the computer inventory system and physical location and organization of inventory.
Interpret production plans and shipping orders to provide required material handling and shipping.
Complete regular cycle counts under accounting guidelines and ensure accuracy in IFS.
Deliver on-time product without errors.
Use forklifts and overhead cranes to load, unload and move materials and products.
Regularly assess and update priorities to prevent lapses in production.
Complete daily TPM forklift inspections.
Perform other duties as directed by leaders and management.
Participate in department safety and follow Valmont safety policies and procedures.

Requirements

What you’ll need

A high school diploma or equivalent.
At least 1 year experience in a heavy manufacturing environment is desired.
Prior forklift and overhead crane experience.
Ability to prioritize work in order to complete deadlines.
Basic computer knowledge and an understanding of job-related programs.
Must work the 4th shift (Friday to Sunday, 5am–5pm) or 5th shift (Friday to Sunday, 5pm–5am).
Ability to work indoors and outdoors during all seasons.
Ability to reach with hands and arms and frequently use hands and fingers at the keyboard.
Ability to get on and off heavy machinery.
Ability to occasionally bend or twist.
Ability to occasionally lift, pull or move up to 50 pounds.
Specific vision abilities including close vision, distance vision and ability to adjust focus.
An Associate’s degree in manufacturing related field is highly qualified/preferred.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Pay increase at 90-day and 6-month anniversary
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
Safety glasses with side shields, safety shoes and hearing protection required for production areas