Baler Operator - Night Shift

Baler Operator - Night Shift

Location: 1689 Morrow St. Green Bay, WI Employment Type: Full-Time Schedule: Monday - Thursday, 10-hour shifts Hours: see application for schedule options

The Baler Operator supports daily production operations by collecting and processing paper and cardboard scrap materials throughout the facility. This position operates baling equipment, prepares and secures finished bales, and safely transports bales using a forklift. The Baler Operator plays an important role in maintaining a clean, organized, and safe production environment.

Responsibilities

Collect scrap bins containing paper bags, cardboard, and other production scrap from the production floor, empty contents, and return bins to designated areas.

Load scrap materials into and operate baler equipment to process material into finished bales.

Wire and secure completed bales according to company procedures.

Safely operate a forklift to transport finished bales from conveyor systems to trailers or designated storage areas.

Segregate and organize bales according to established material specifications.

Accurately record production and scrap information in company systems and utilize scales as required.

Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area throughout the shift.

Follow all applicable company policies, procedures, safety requirements, and equipment operating procedures.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills & Abilities

Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented manufacturing environment.

Good time-management and organizational skills.

Basic mechanical aptitude and ability to understand and follow equipment operating procedures.

Strong attention to safety, quality, and detail.

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED equivalent.

Must be at least 18 years of age due to the operation of power-driven baling and material-handling equipment.

Forklift experience preferred.

Baler or recycling equipment experience preferred.

Experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment preferred.

Physical Requirements

Ability to stand and walk for prolonged periods throughout the shift.

Frequently bend, stoop, twist, reach, push, pull, and perform repetitive movements.

Frequently lift, carry, and handle materials weighing up to 50 pounds.

Manually handle and load loose paper and cardboard scrap materials into the baler, including reaching into and over scrap collection bins.

Safely move throughout the production area and work around moving machinery, forklifts, and other industrial equipment.

Work Environment

Work is performed in a manufacturing environment with moderate to high noise levels.

Regular exposure to paper and cardboard materials, paper dust, moving machinery, forklifts, and other industrial equipment.

May be exposed to odors from printing inks and other materials used in the manufacturing process.

Required to follow established safety procedures and wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).

Why Work at Wisconsin Converting?

We offer stable, full-time work with a schedule that gives you more time outside of work. You'll receive hands-on training, work with an experienced manufacturing team, and have opportunities to learn new skills and grow within the company.

What We Offer:

Four-day workweek three days off each week

Paid Time Off available upon hire

8 paid holidays

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Company-paid life insurance

Company-paid short-term disability coverage

401(k) with a 50% company match on contributions up to 6%

Opportunities to learn new skills and advance within the company

Wisconsin Converting Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.

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