Baler Operator

Pratt Industries•Rock Hill, SC

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Employees must be able to safely and accurately operate forklift, and baler machine to pick up and recycle waste. This role requires strong organizational skills, the ability to multi-task, basic computer skills, and excellent verbal and written communication. The operator will be responsible for identifying waste tickets, weighing units, inputting weight data, placing waste into the baler, replacing bale wire, troubleshooting baler issues, and maintaining housekeeping standards in the baler room. Additionally, the operator will weigh recycled bales and load them onto trailers. A professional attitude, strong safety awareness, and the ability to work extended hours, including weekends and nights, are essential.

Requirements

HS Diploma or GED
At least 3 years of forklift experience required.
Professional Attitude & conduct to co-workers, supervisors and the general public at all times.
Multi-task, interpersonal communication, problem solving, and time management skills are needed.
High degree of safety awareness and safety discipline
Strictly adhere to safety requirements and the policies and procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook.
Wear personal protective equipment (PPE) in designated operations and production areas as stated by PRATT Safety and OSHA.
Be at least age 18 years of age due to nature of working environment.
The ability to work a full shift, come to work on time, work overtime as needed and the ability to work according to the necessary schedule to meet job requirements with or without reasonable accommodation is an essential function of this position.

Nice To Haves

Previous Baler Operator experience preferred.
Willing to travel and work away from home when and if required.
Be willing to work nights and weekends when necessary.
Have the willingness to work in a team environment and assist co–workers or supervisors with other duties as required.
You will be expected to be flexible to the needs of our business, as we continually strive to meet and exceed the needs of our customers.

Responsibilities

Able to safely operate forklift to pick up waste pallets and carts.
Identify waste ticket placed on units by supervisor and weigh unit on scale.
Accurately input weight on waste ticket and baler summary sheet.
Place waste safely into the baler.
Replace bale wire on machine, as needed.
Troubleshoot baler issues immediately.
Maintain thorough and proper housekeeping standards within the whole plant, but main focus in baler room.
Weigh recycled bale(s) as they come out of baler, then load onto trailer.
Follow all company policies per Employee Handbook & Code of Conduct.
Follow all company safety guidelines.
Performs other job-related duties as assigned.