Baler Operator – Recycling Processing Specialist

Enva; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Enva is seeking a Baler Operative to safely operate baling equipment and process recyclable materials at Colwick. You will ensure materials are sorted, compacted, stored and prepared for dispatch in line with company procedures, quality standards and health and safety rules.

The role involves routine inspections, housekeeping, and recording production data. You will work shifts, support other site activities, and contribute to meeting production targets while maintaining high standards of safety

Qualifications

• Adhere to health and safety practices in an industrial setting.
• Work effectively as part of a team to meet production targets.
• Demonstrate clear communication and reporting of faults or hazards.
• Able to work under pressure and maintain output quality.
• Demonstrate basic literacy and numeracy for record-keeping.
• Be flexible with shifts and patterns as required by operations.

Responsibilities

• Operate baling machinery safely and efficiently to process recyclable materials.
• Monitor baler performance and report faults, damage, or maintenance needs.
• Ensure produced bales meet weight, density, and quality specs.
• Conduct routine inspections and keep the baling area clean.
• Remove contamination from materials to maintain quality.
• Maintain production records and complete operational paperwork.
• Assist with loading/unloading and movement of materials using authorised equipment.
• Keep work areas clean, tidy and hazard-free.
• Follow site procedures, safe systems of work, and environmental rules.
• Support other operational activities as directed by management.
• Collaborate with colleagues to achieve targets and site objectives.
• Report accidents, near misses, and environmental incidents promptly.

Skills

Health & safety

Teamwork

Communication

Pressure tolerance

Literacy/Numeracy

Flexible hours

Tools

Counterbalance forklift

Balers experience

Job description

Enva is seeking a Baler Operative to safely operate baling equipment and process recyclable materials at Colwick. You will ensure materials are sorted, compacted, stored and prepared for dispatch in line with company procedures, quality standards and health and safety rules.

The role involves routine inspections, housekeeping, and recording production data. You will work shifts, support other site activities, and contribute to meeting production targets while maintaining high standards of safety