Baler Operator - 2nd Shift

simsmetalm • Houston, TX

10d • Onsite

About The Position

Sims Metal (Sims) is a global leader in metal recycling. With facilities across the globe, Sims plays an intrinsic role in the circular economy by making resources available for future use. As a responsible corporate citizen, we continuously seek new ways to broaden our participation in the environmental sector, ensuring that our future is as bright, safe, and secure as at any time in our long history.
2nd Shift - Sunday - Thursday 5pm - 5am and Fridays 5pm-1am

Purpose of Role
The Baler Operator is responsible for operating and maintaining the baling machine to compress and package scrap metal materials for shipping or storage. This role plays a key part in ensuring efficient yard operations and maintaining a clean and organized work environment.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED
• 1-3 months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Forklift certification or experience operating heavy equipment (a plus).
• Knowledge of different types of scrap metals and sorting procedures.
• Experience maintaining baler or other recycling equipment.
• Ability to safely operate, monitor, and maintain metal baling machines.
• Basic mechanical aptitude – For troubleshooting minor equipment issues and performing routine maintenance
• Experience with forklifts, skid steers, or other yard machinery (a plus).
• Understanding of scrap metal types – Ability to identify and sort various ferrous and non-ferrous metals.

Responsibilities

• Operate baler equipment to compress scrap metal into bundles or bales.
• Monitor and adjust machine settings for optimal performance.
• Feed materials into baler while ensuring safety protocols are followed.
• Perform routine maintenance and minor repairs on baler equipment.
• Inspect materials for contaminants and ensure only acceptable metals are processed.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization around the baler area.
• Record production data and complete daily logs as required.
• Communicate with team members and supervisors to coordinate workflow.
• Follow all company safety policies, procedures, and environmental guidelines.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• A career with Sims provides you with the opportunity to work with an organization whose goal is to be the world’s safest and most responsible recycling company.
• Our people achieve this by creating a zero-harm workplace, being exemplary members of the communities in which we operate, and being responsible stewards of the environment.
• We also offer competitive pay and a range of attractive benefits.

What This Job Offers

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