Baler Operator - Forklift Operator (2nd Shift)

Cartamundi East Longmeadow LLC • Erlanger, KY

17h • $20 - $22 • Onsite

About The Position

The Baler Operator will operate the wastepaper baler, transport scrap material using fork trucks and other vehicles, and monitor the pneumatic waste removal system. They are also responsible for solid waste removal, maintenance of waste collection points, and other material transfer duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Minimum 1 to 3 years of work experience
• High School diploma or equivalent work experience
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal
• Self-directed and able to safely work at a pace that meets or exceeds the departmental standards
• Able to read, understand and follow written instructions
• Able to perform basic math functions
• Team-oriented, has excellent attendance, and professional communication skills
• Pays attention to detail
• Basic computer skills and able to work with SAP.
• Can work flexible hours with minimal notice
• Must be able to wear ALL safety equipment including a safety shoes, hearing protection, and dust mask
• Lift / push / pull up to 100 lbs
• Standing and walking 20% of work time
• Ability to work up to 12 hours a day
• Ability to twist, reach, and bend
• Requires ability to reach, grasp, and manipulate objects
• Ability to operate a powered industrial truck
• At least 20X40 corrected vision
• Ability to pull up to 1,500 lbs. with a non-powered hand truck
• Able to work outside during inclement weather
• Able to negotiate narrow spaces, aisles and the interior of various cargo containers
• Candidates must be 18 years old to work for Cartamundi.

Responsibilities

• Collect loose scrap and waste materials throughout the plant using fork truck or other vehicles or devices
• Sort and disposed of scrap and waste materials appropriately
• Maintain waste collection points and operate waste compactors
• Operate the baler and transport strapped bails to out bound trucks
• Manually feed scrap material into the baler
• Monitor the pneumatic scarp collection system and perform basic clean up of baler and baler room
• Clean work areas in accordance with established 5S standards
• Perform other material transfer duties as assigned
• Follow established safety policies, including daily maintenance check sheets
• Complete power equipment training and certification process and operate powered industrial trucks to transport materials
• Any and all duties as assigned

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Climate controlled facility
• 401(k) with company match
• Health, dental, and vision insurance starting day one
• HSA (Health Savings Account) and FSA (Flexible Savings Account)
• Life insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee discounts on daycare, gym memberships, travel, and much more

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED