Baler

International Paper; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Life insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Short-term Disability

Long-term Disability

401(k)

Company-funded retirement contributors

Paid Time Off

Education & Development (Tuition Reimb

Student Loan Repayment Assistance

Voluntary Benefits (home, auto, vision

Job summary

International Paper in El Paso, TX is seeking a Baler Operator on 2nd shift to bale waste materials, weigh and record bale weights, and load bales into rail cars and trucks. Requires forklift certification, basic math, and English literacy. Works Monday–Friday with some Saturdays; safety-focused and team-oriented.

Will report to Corrugator Superintendent. Responsibilities include maintaining the baler room, cleaning areas daily, and assisting with material handling and shipment preparation.

Qualifications

• Ability to safely operate a forklift.
• Ability to read, write and speak English.
• Basic shop math and measurement reading.
• Ability to read and record bale weights accurately.
• Willingness to follow instructions and work as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Primary baler operator duties and responsibilities.
• Weighing waste bales and recording bale weights.
• Loading bales into rail trailers and trucks.
• Feeding waste into shredder/hogger.
• Maintaining a clean baler room and area around chute and ram.
• Reporting maintenance needs and equipment issues.

Skills

Forklift operation

English literacy

Basic math

Teamwork

Education

2 years forklift experience

Tools

Forklift certification

Baler machinery

Job description

Job Description

Position Title: Pay Rate

Baler $19.10/hr

Sign on Bonus

Retention Bonus: $500 after 30 days, $500 after 1 year $500 after 6 months, Additional lump sum after 2 years

Category/Shift

Hourly Full-Time 2nd Shift – Monday-Friday & some Saturdays) able to work any shift

Physical Location

El Paso Container 9301 Billy The Kid El Paso, TX 79907 915-860-4122

The Job You Will Perform

Baler operators bale waste material, load waste materials into rail cars and trucks, and measure and record the weight of waste shipments.

0.2 Baler operators report to the Corrugator Superintendent.

Responsibilities

1.0 Primary baler operator duties / responsibilities include

• 1.1 - following all safety rules and practices;
• 1.2 - accurately weighing waste bales, and recording bale weights on bale tallies;
• 1.3 - loading waste bales into rail trailers;
• 1.4 - feeding waste into the shredder / hogger;
• 1.5 - obtaining waste loads from production areas as directed;
• 1.6 - maintaining a clean and organized baler room;
• 1.7 - loading seconds and other non-shredded waste into trucks for shipment;
• 1.8 - working with returned goods;
• 1.9 - cleaning the baler and notifying maintenance of problems as necessary;
• 1.9a - daily cleaning out the overflow box;
• 1.9b - daily cleaning out the box behind the chute and the area in front of the chute;
• 1.9c - daily cleaning out the twister / inserter box;
• 1.9d - daily forklift inspection;
• 1.9e - daily cleaning out behind the ram following safe practices;
• 1.9f - daily blowing off or vacuuming the baler exterior;
• 1.9g - daily sweeping the baler room floors; and
• 1.9h - monthly oiling the baler twister and inserter chains
• 1.9i - changing the divertor overflow box filters every three months;
• 1.10 - salvaging materials for protection sheets and other uses;
• 1.11 - receiving materials and supplies; and
• 1.12 - performing other duties as directed by the corrugator superintendent.

2.0 The qualifications for baler operator are the ability to perform the duties / responsibilities of the job with or without accommodation; the certified ability to safely operate a fork lift truck 2 years experience; the ability to accurately use the scale located in the baler room; the ability to read, write, and speak English; the ability to use basic shop math; the ability to accurately read and record figures; the ability to learn; and the ability to follow instructions, ask questions, and work effectively as a member of a team.

2.1 The Corrugator Superintendent evaluates baler operator qualifications.

About Us

2.1 The Corrugator Superintendent evaluates baler operator qualifications.

The Benefits You Will Enjoy

• Medical
• Dental
• Life insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Short-term Disability
• Long-term Disability
• 401(k)
• Company-funded retirement contributions
• Paid Time Off
• Education & Development (including Tuition Reimbursement)
• Student Loan Repayment Assistance
• Voluntary Benefits including insurance for home, auto, vision and pets

The Career You Will Build

• Leadership training
• promotional opportunities

The Impact You Will Make

We continue to build a better future for people, the planet, and our company! IP has been a good steward of sustainable practices across communities around the world for more than 125 years. Join our team and you’ll see why our team members say they’re Proud to be IP.

The Culture You Will Experience

International Paper promotes employee well-being by providing safe, caring and inclusive workplaces. We have team members all around the world with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. These are our strengths. We are committed to creating a culture where all individuals are respected, valued, engaged and have an opportunity to do their best work every day. We invite you to bring your uniqueness, creativity, talents, experiences, and safety mindset to be a part of our increasingly inclusive and diverse culture.

The Company You Will Join

International Paper (NYSE: IP; LSE: IPC) creates sustainable packaging solutions that enable our customers, teammates and shareowners to thrive in an ever-changing world. We are a leader in corrugated packaging, partnering with customers across industries to protect what matters most, strengthen supply chains and create lasting value. Learn more at internationalpaper.com.

International Paper is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. International Paper complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact [e-mail] or [phone].