Equipment Operator (Baler/Forklift Operator)

CLP Circular Services•Normal, IL

3d•$19 - $22•Onsite

About The Position

The Baler/Forklift Operator is responsible for supporting daily recycling and production operations by safely operating forklifts, industrial balers, and automated equipment. This role ensures the efficient movement and processing of materials, performs routine equipment inspections and basic maintenance, monitors product quality, and maintains a clean and safe work environment. The operator works closely with operations teams to maximize operational efficiency, minimize downtime, and ensure compliance with all company policies and safety regulations.

Requirements

Legally eligible to work in the United States.
Valid Driver’s License (if applicable).
Must be able to read, speak, and write basic English
Mechanical aptitude
Previous experience operating industrial machinery

Nice To Haves

Experience in the Recycling industry preferred.
Performs duties in a safe manner in compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations and company policies.
Operates industrial balers and Loader in the recycling plant.
Performs all assigned basic preventative maintenance on industrial balers and associated equipment.
Makes minor repairs and adjustments to industrial balers and associated equipment.
Operates computer controlled automated bunker system.
Properly utilize balers and bunkers to ensure single stream processing is not interrupted.
Responsible for housekeeping in assigned area including equipment and work areas.
Maintain timely, appropriate, and professional communications with plan operations, maintenance department, and baler supervisor.
Provide daily baler production reports to plan operations.
Other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

Performs duties in a safe manner in compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations and company policies.
Monitor the flow of materials ensuring they are loaded correctly into the baler
Operates industrial balers and automated bunker system in the recycling plant, forklifts, machinery, and other equipment.
Performs all assigned basic preventative maintenance on industrial balers and associated equipment.
Makes minor repairs and adjustments to industrial balers and associated equipment.
Operates computer controlled automated bunker system.
Properly utilize balers and bunkers to ensure single stream processing is not interrupted.
Responsible for housekeeping in assigned area including equipment and work areas.
Maintain timely, appropriate, and professional communications with plan operations, maintenance department, and baler supervisor.
Provide daily baler production reports to plan operations.