1st Shift Baler Operator

Leggett & Platt•Fort Smith, AR

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Baler Operator will operate baling machine to bale scrap foam. The Operator will tie off completed bales, and package for shipment.

Must be at least 18 years of age to perform this job.
Good mechanical aptitude and attention to detail.
Able to work accurately from verbal and written instructions.
Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time.
Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; maintains a clean and organized work environment.
Quantity - Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity.
Safety - Observes all safety procedures and policies; Reports potentially unsafe conditions to supervisor; Uses equipment and materials properly.
Good attention to detail.
Able to work accurately from verbal and written instructions

Push empty scrap buggies from the baling area to the areas of the plant where they are used and exchange with full buggies of scrap foam. Then push full buggies to baling area to be baled.
Separate foam types for separate baling (when needed).
Load scrap foam into the baler and activate with hand buttons.
When bale is complete, tie off the complete bale.
Remove the bale from the baler with the squeeze tow motor (license required), and move to scales to be weighted and tagged.
Move completed bale to the bale storage area. Repeat process continuously throughout shift.
To ensure that all scrap foam is baled and stored in the proper area, all bales rare to be tagged with the correct weight. Daily log sheet is turned into the lead person.
Wear proper PPE as required.
Maintain excellent housekeeping practices in production area.
Practice proper safety techniques.
Complete general area maintenance duties on equipment as assigned. This may include help from the maintenance department when necessary.
Follow all procedures and guidelines.
Perform other duties as assigned.