Baler Operator

**Position Title:**Baler/Loader Operator 1

Pay Rate:                   $21.36/hr

Category/Shift:        Hourly Full-Time  Monday - Friday 5:00am-1:30pm

Physical Location:   800 N. 48th Street, Springfield, OR 97478

The Job You Will Perform:

• Complete pre-start loader maintenance inspection report (or VCR)

  • Responsible for feeding paper from tipping pad to baler conveyor (all facets of loading the baler)

• Operate balers according to brand specifications (MacPress, Enterprise, Bollegraff, IPS)

• Load the baler utilizing either the front loader, skid steer or forklift

• Record grade, percentage of waste in compactor dumped material

• Monitor paper feed line

• Monitor wire condition and feed

• Monitor bales for mill readiness including:

  • Adequate wiring
  • Proper grade and quality
  • Weight

• Record maintenance activity on equipment

• Record baler downtime

• Assist with daily weekly monthly PMs for baler and feed conveyors

• Operate shredder and follow all NAID requirements for document destruction

• Ensure driveway is free of material

• Keep paper/plastic from accumulating around property fence line

• Prevent loose paper from accumulating at the rail dock area

• Clean pit monthly or as needed

• Remove material build-up from incline conveyors

• Assist with pushing material from inside bunkers onto conveyor

• Communicate paper grade to Material Handler to ensure proper storage

• Inform Material Handler of any rejected bales

• Communicate with Plant Lead – maintenance issues, downtime, production issues

• Report the completion of all paper goods to obtain alternate assignment

• Maintain a safe and clean work environment according to plant housekeeping standards

• Attend and participate in plant safety meetings

• Manage controllable costs through proper equipment, tool and consumable usage

• Report any safety or maintenance concerns

• Adhere to Plant policies and guidelines

• Other duties may be assigned

The Skills You Will Bring:

• Must be 18 years of age
• Must be authorized to work in the United States
• Ability to work any shift as needed
• Ability to work overtime as needed
• Ability to read, write and speak English fluently
• Alertness, visual ability, and good communication skills
• On-the-job success in safety, attendance & quality of work expected
• Ability to safely replace wire spools
• Ability to be trained on safe baler operation, including Lock-out, Tag out procedures
• Ability to operate a Baler, In-feed Conveyors, Forklift, Front Loader, Skid Steer