material handler

environmental health and safety specialist

electrical technician

VAM USA

At one time Vam USA was a great place to work. As long has you did your job right and met production. Benefits were great and you received a good Christmas bonus, monthly production bonus and profit sharing bonus. Yearly raises were good depending on your work ethics and job review. Always opportunity for advancement and learning new skills. 

But, that's all changed. No more Christmas Bonus, No more Production Bonus, and Profit Sharing Bonus are small compared to what they once were. Yearly raises are under cost of living, no matter how good your review is. If you want a pay increase, you have to go to classes. Which is difficult to do since they increased work hours from 10hr shifts to 12hr shifts 5 to 5. Advancement is difficult to come by. If you are a Machinist, QC inspector, don't expect to move up at all. Even if a Job Opening is posted, no matter how qualified you are, how much seniority you have, or how loyal/good of a work you are. 

Vam USA has turned into a training ground for Vallorec France, which is the parent company. They send green people to train as Plant Managers, VPs, Line Supervisor and Engineers that Know Nothing of the Oil and Gas Business. No matter who they send, their solution is the same for Increase production and saving the Company money. Which is, Increase work hours with as little man power as possible and take away benefits/perks from Shop Works. 

The only thing I can say good about the company is the Health Benefit are still decent and they increase Vacation Days.

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I recently had the pleasure of working for VAM , and I must say, it was a truly fulfilling experience. From the very beginning, I noticed that VAM places a strong emphasis on personal growth and career advancement. Within just a few months of working there, I had the opportunity to attend various training programs and workshops that were designed to enhance my skills and broaden my knowledge. This focus on professional development allowed me to progress within the company at a rapid pace.

Furthermore, the management team at VAM is exceptional. They are not only knowledgeable and experienced, but also approachable and supportive. They take the time to listen to their employees' concerns and ideas, fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment. I felt valued and recognized for my contributions, which motivated me to constantly strive for 

VAM USA is a premium threading company for the Oil & Gas industry. The product engineering and technical expertise is their best assets. Their manufacturing has room for improvement. Their parent company, Vallourec has world class goals and ambitions. VAM USA had a culture of being a make to order mindset. Over the past 8 years that mindset has changed and the manufacturing processes have adapted toward a high volume producer.

It was an enjoyable time to assist the company in raising the bar and elevating their expectations and operational habits.
Their new challenge is adapting again to a very unstable market with a high degree of global variation and greatly increased competition in North America.

I worked for VAM’s largest competitor before working for VAM and it was as toxic as you could get and coming from me that’s saying a lot. When I started working at VAM I was treated as a welcomed asset and not just an employee number. They do everything they possibly can to help you succeed within the company, I was very thrown off by how well they treated their employees. My father passed away in Florida while I worked in Ohio and they were truly concerned with how it affected me and gave me extra time of for bereavement. Their training program is second to none and they nudge you to advance yourself within the organization. If I hadn’t moved back to Florida I’d still be there. At the end of the day it’s still a factory and production is expected, but as good as they treat you there’s no reason not to give it your all. 

I honestly enjoy my job and plan on making a career out of it. Yes, it’s long hours and sometimes it feels repetitive, but I feel like they genuinely care. The leads and managers are very understanding about personal life and issues. They are always there to help out. They hold several meetings where employees are able to voice their thoughts, feelings, concerns, and opinions. In my eyes, what separates them from other company’s is during these meetings.. they are actually listening and are proactive to any concern brought up. This is hands down the best company I’ve ever worked for and can’t wait to see what the future holds. 

Employees are scared to speak up due to repercussions. Equipment is not working properly and Employees just work through it.  Management doesn't manage,  Leads doesn't know how to lead and Employees can't voice their opinions due to getting reprimand. The safety department doesn't communicate and everything is from the hip. Not a great place to grow and learn anything.  

My overall experience while working as a Field Service Specialist at VAM USA was a good one. My first breakthrough into the Oil and Gas segment. It definitely has its challenges like any other job opportunity. Working a 24/7 is not for everyone, so need to keep that in mind. Very decent compensation on the benefits side as well as the economic side of the job.

Been with the company for a while I seen a lot of changes, most for the worse.. Management don't really care about you only production. Communication is lost throughout the entire company. More and more rules with are implemented but only for select departments. Pay raises are almost impossible to get and if they are given they're smaller amounts. Benefits are good, coworkers are respectful of each other.

•	Performed time study analysis to map processes for new production facility using critical path method.
•	Generated and revised technical specifications for different machines to be procured for new production facility.
•	Developed a center height measuring jig for CNC lathes using Design for X (DFX) techniques.
•	Optimized the capacity of pipe storage yard and proposed unidirectional material flow.
•	Designed and improved a production line as an expansion of existing facility.

The work day last for 8 to 12 hours depending nature of customer demands.

I learned the requirements to process and inspection of oil and gas pipe.

My mange team was okay at times

My co workers were a dependable group of people

The hardest part of job was reworking parts that didn't meet standards

My enjoyed moments where the gifts from exemplary work

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Material handler 1 salary reported	$18.00 per hour
Environmental health and safety specialist 1 salary reported	$27.50 per hour
Electrical technician 1 salary reported	$27.25 per hour

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