Baler

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East; Fairfield (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East in Fairfield, CA seeks a dependable Baler Operator to join our warehouse team. You will operate industrial baling equipment to compress recyclables, inspect materials, and prepare bales for shipment.

The role emphasizes safety, adherence to OSHA guidelines, and accurate production records. Candidates should be mechanically inclined, able to work with minimal supervision, and collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• Mechanical aptitude and ability to safely operate industrial equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Reliable, punctual, and dependable.

Responsibilities

• Operate industrial balers to compact recyclable materials.
• Sort, inspect, and prepare recyclable materials for processing.
• Tie, label, weigh, and stage finished bales for shipment or storage.
• Monitor baler performance and report equipment malfunctions or maintenance needs.
• Perform routine cleaning and basic preventative maintenance on equipment.
• Maintain accurate production and inventory records as required.
• Keep work areas clean, organized, and free of safety hazards.
• Follow all company safety policies, OSHA regulations, and environmental guidelines.
• Work closely with warehouse and production teams to ensure efficient workflow.
• Assist with other warehouse duties as assigned.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Safety oriented

Teamwork

Reliability

Punctuality

Communication

Tools

Industrial balers

Job description

Baler Operator

We are seeking a dependable and safety-focused Baler Operator to join our team. This position is responsible for operating industrial baling equipment to compress and prepare recyclable materials for shipment. The ideal candidate has experience in a warehouse or manufacturing environment, is mechanically inclined, and is committed to maintaining a safe and organized work environment.

Essential Responsibilities

• Operate industrial balers to compact recyclable materials.
• Sort, inspect, and prepare recyclable materials for processing.
• Tie, label, weigh, and stage finished bales for shipment or storage.
• Monitor baler performance and report equipment malfunctions or maintenance needs.
• Perform routine cleaning and basic preventative maintenance on equipment.
• Maintain accurate production and inventory records as required.
• Keep work areas clean, organized, and free of safety hazards.
• Follow all company safety policies, OSHA regulations, and environmental guidelines.
• Work closely with warehouse and production teams to ensure efficient workflow.
• Assist with other warehouse duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Previous warehouse, manufacturing, recycling, or baler operating experience preferred.
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to safely operate industrial equipment.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Reliable, punctual, and dependable.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds regularly.
• Ability to stand, bend, stoop, kneel, and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to work in a warehouse environment with varying temperatures.
• Ability to safely operate industrial machinery and material handling equipment.

Requirements

• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen.
• Ability to pass a criminal background check.
• Reliable transportation and consistent attendance.