2nd Shift Baler Operator

Greif • Kernersville, NC

1d • $18 - $26 • Onsite

About The Position

Greif is a global leader in performance packaging located in 40 countries. The company delivers trusted, innovative, and tailored solutions that support some of the world's most in demand and fastest-growing industries. With a commitment to legendary customer service, operational excellence, and global sustainability, Greif packages life's essentials - and creates lasting value for its colleagues, customers, and other stakeholders. Learn more about the company's Customized Polymer, Sustainable Fiber, Durable Metal, and Integrated Solutions at www.greif.com and follow Greif on Instagram and LinkedIn. OUR VISION: Being the customer service company in the world. OUR PURPOSE: Creating packaging solutions for life’s essentials. Job Requisition #: 033663 2nd Shift Baler Operator (Open) Job Description: Job Requirements: Ability to operate baler in a safe manner. Ability to read various measurement equipment including tape measure. Ability to operate various hand tools including a pneumatic nail gun and circular saw. Ability to read and interpret work orders. Must be self motivated and capable of working with minimum supervision. Prior forklift experience. Certified preferred but not required. Ability to operate a forklift to move pallets, bales, products, and waste about the plant in a safe manner. Maintains a clean, safe, and orderly work area. Follow safety regulations. Maintains logs and records of units produced. Report any errors resulting in rejected or discarded pieces. Excellent attendance required. Physical Requirements: Lifting maximum of 50 pounds. Visually inspecting products, aisle ways and forklift. Communicating with employees and management. Sitting on lift for approximately 10% of the workday, remainder of time spent operating baler, building pallets, stooping, bending, lifting, and moving about plant. Primary Accountabilities: Operate gas or electric forklift, moving pallets, racks and boxes about plant. Build pallets for lines using wood, a pneumatic nail gun and a circular saw. Requires measuring of pieces and cutting to specifications and nailing in place. Clean waste tubes from lines on a consistent basis, weigh waste and place in baler area. Assist at baler area as needed. Assist on production lines or in warehouse as needed. Communicate with Supervisors, Leads and other Material Handlers via handheld radio and in person regarding production and warehouse needs. Perform other duties assigned by management as required. Education and Experience Typically possesses a high school diploma (or equivalent) and up to 2 years of relevant experience. At Greif, we believe that our colleagues are the center of our success. Our Total Rewards have a comprehensive focus on well-being and offer a competitive package that enables you to thrive, be engaged, and reach your full potential. Compensation Range: The pay range for this position is $17.55 - $26.30. Typically, a competitive wage for new hires will fall between $20.76 to $20.76. Offers for this position may vary based on market data and other factors such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and geographic location. If the competitive wage is equal in both fields, the starting rate is the same for all applicants that apply for this role. The starting rate is not representative of future compensation increases. The position may also be eligible for a short-term incentive. Benefits Statement: Greif offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, paid time off, and other competitive benefits which are available for eligible colleagues effective day one. Protect Yourself From Scams: We value the integrity of our recruitment process and prioritize the well-being of our candidates. While you may find Greif job postings on various platforms, all legitimate opportunities can be verified on our official Careers page at www.greif.com. All communication from Greif regarding job opportunities will also come from an @greif.com email address. If you have concerns about the legitimacy of a job posting, receive an unsolicited job offer or suspect fraudulent activity, please contact us for verification via this link Contact Us - Greif. EEO Statement: https://www.greif.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/HR-101-Equal-Employment-Opportunity-Policy-English.pdf We offer a competitive salary, excellent benefits and opportunity for growth. Greif is an equal opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of sex, race, religion, age, national origin, color, disability, veteran status or any other any other legally protected characteristic. For more information read Greif’s Equal Opportunity Policy. Founded in 1877, Greif is a global leader in performance packaging located in 40 countries. The company delivers trusted, innovative, and tailored solutions that support some of the world’s most demanding and fastest-growing industries. With a commitment to legendary customer service, operational excellence, and global sustainability, Greif packages life’s essentials – and creates lasting value for its colleagues, customers, and other stakeholders.

Requirements

• Ability to operate baler in a safe manner.
• Ability to read various measurement equipment including tape measure.
• Ability to operate various hand tools including a pneumatic nail gun and circular saw.
• Ability to read and interpret work orders.
• Must be self motivated and capable of working with minimum supervision.
• Prior forklift experience.
• Ability to operate a forklift to move pallets, bales, products, and waste about the plant in a safe manner.
• Maintains a clean, safe, and orderly work area.
• Follow safety regulations.
• Maintains logs and records of units produced.
• Report any errors resulting in rejected or discarded pieces.
• Excellent attendance required.

Nice To Haves

• Certified preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Operate gas or electric forklift, moving pallets, racks and boxes about plant.
• Build pallets for lines using wood, a pneumatic nail gun and a circular saw. Requires measuring of pieces and cutting to specifications and nailing in place.
• Clean waste tubes from lines on a consistent basis, weigh waste and place in baler area.
• Assist at baler area as needed.
• Assist on production lines or in warehouse as needed.
• Communicate with Supervisors, Leads and other Material Handlers via handheld radio and in person regarding production and warehouse needs.
• Perform other duties assigned by management as required.

Benefits

• Greif offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, paid time off, and other competitive benefits which are available for eligible colleagues effective day one.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees