Baler Operator

Location

• Pratt Recycling Rock Hill-0068
• Pratt Perks: Paid Holidays from DAY ONE Insurance benefits and wellness reimbursement program within ONE MONTH of hire 3 Months: 401(k) with match 12 months: FULL tuition reimbursement and PAID childbearing/parenting leave
• Position Summary: Employees must be able to safely and accurately operate forklift, and baler machine to pick up and recycle waste.
• Essential Functions/Position Responsibilities:
• Able to safely operate forklift to pick up waste pallets and carts.
• Identify waste ticket placed on units by supervisor and weigh unit on scale.
• Accurately input weight on waste ticket and baler summary sheet.
• Place waste safely into the baler.
• Replace bale wire on machine, as needed.
• Troubleshoot baler issues immediately.
• Thorough and proper housekeeping standards within the whole plant, but main focus in baler room.
• Weigh recycled bale(s) as they come out of baler, then load onto trailer.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to multi-task.
• Basic Computer Skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Attention to detail.
• Ability to add, subtract, & multiply
• Able to work extended work hours and weekends, as needed
• Self-motivated
• Able to work in varying temperatures
• Professional Attitude & conduct
• Ability to reconcile all work before it is turned into supervisor.
• Follow all company policies per Employee Handbook & Code of Conduct.
• Follow all company safety guidelines.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
• Supervisory Responsibilities : None
• Hiring Requirements/Preferences
• HS Diploma or GED
• At least 3 years of forklift experience required.
• Previous Baler Operator experience preferred.
• Professional Attitude & conduct to co-workers, supervisors and the general public at all times.
• Multi-task, interpersonal communication, problem solving, and time management skills are needed.