Baler Operator - 2nd Shift

Kruger•Elizabethtown, KY

36d•$20•Onsite

About The Position

The Baler Operator supports the Corrugator team by managing waste material processing, including baling, loading, and recording waste shipments. This role is essential for maintaining waste accuracy and operational efficiency.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED equivalent.
Forklift driving required; experience preferred.
Prior experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
Ability to work in fast-paced indoor/outdoor environments.
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or graphic form.
Flexibility and strong decision-making capabilities when faced with competing priorities.
Strong reasoning and problem-solving skills.
Effective communication and teamwork.
Knowledge of safety procedures and quality standards.
Flexibility to work varied hours as needed.
Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. and perform physical tasks such as sitting, standing, walking, reaching, kneeling, climbing stairs or ramps, and operating equipment. Tasks may also involve pushing, pulling, carrying, and fine or gross motor manipulation. Visual and auditory abilities required include near and far vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to hear and understand speech.
All employees are responsible for maintaining a safe work environment and participating in the identification and elimination of workplace hazards.

Responsibilities

Feed waste into shredder/hogger and retrieve waste from production areas.
Accurately weigh waste bales and record bale weights on bale tallies.
Load waste bales and other non-shredded waste into trailers for shipment following trailer lockout procedures.
Obtain waste loads from production areas as directed.
Work with returned goods.
Safely operate a forklift to complete job-related tasks.
Clean baler equipment and report maintenance issues.
Perform daily cleaning tasks including cleaning out the inserter box, blowing down the necessary areas of the forklift including the radiator, cleaning behind the ram, blowing off baler exterior, and sweeping baler room floors.
Maintain a clean and organized baler room
Use radio to communicate with others.
Assist other corrugator personnel as instructed.
Complete additional duties as assigned by management.