Baler Operator
About The Position
The Baler Operator is responsible for operating and maintaining the baling machine that compresses and binds cardboard into compact bales that are loaded onto pallets and transported into a truck or container using a pallet jack. All Live Comfortably Associates are expected to support Operations by working efficiently and maintaining a high level of productivity for the organization to meet and exceed customer demands. This position places a strong significance on effective teamwork, clear communication, sound judgment, initiative, safety orientation, reliability and a strong work ethic. Associates may be asked to assist with other duties and work in other departments when needed to meet customer requirements.
Requirements
- High School or equivalent
- Experience in machine operation
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Ability to read, write and follow directions
- Ability to count and math skills to include addition, subtraction, division and multiplication with or without a calculator
- Effective Communication and Interpersonal Skills
- Strong teamwork with ability to Establish and Maintain Relationships in a professional manner
- Exhibits a High sense of Urgency and works well under pressure and accelerated time-lines
- Possess a Positive Manner and Approach
- Practices Sound Judgement with the ability to make decisions in a timely manner
- Adaptable and Flexible
- High level of Responsibility and Reliability to include maintaining good attendance
- Strong Safety Orientation.
Responsibilities
- Observes all Safety Rules and operates without harm to person or property.
- Maintaining a clean and organized work area
- Performs duties of general help and job assignments as required.
- Perform safety inspection on the baler prior to operation and report daily on equipment status.
- Set up, operate, and perform basic adjustments to the equipment per the individual job requirements, operating characteristics, and capabilities of the equipment.
- Load cardboard the baler
- Operate baler machine to compress and bind cardboard. Observe the machine during operation
- Once the baler is full, create the bale
- Unload Open baler doors, remove bale and place on to a pallet
- Pull the Transfer pallet to the truck or container using a pallet jack
- Maintain the work area, and perform routine housekeeping
- Comply with Company safety policies, procedures, and best practices
- Other projects as assigned by Supervisor.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
