Baler Operator 1st Shift

Pratt Industries; Hebron Estates (KY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Pratt Industries is seeking a BALER OPERATOR to handle the baler, ensure neat bales, and manage bale reporting at our facility. This role includes safe forklift operation and proactive maintenance duties within a GMP-driven environment.

The candidate will work under company safety policies, contribute to Plant Safety initiatives, and may be required to work overtime as needed. Prior corrugated industry experience is preferred but not required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Forklift operation experience preferred.
• Ability to read and follow instructions and safety rules.

Responsibilities

• Make good, neat bales.
• Operate baler and use up all unusable and corrugated scrap.
• Maintain accurate bale reports.
• Operate a forklift in a safe manner when necessary.
• Submit maintenance work orders for needed repairs and be proactive in equipment maintenance.
• Follow safety rules and participate in Plant Safety activities.
• Comply with GMPs and housekeeping standards.
• Overtime may be required.
• Additional duties may be assigned by management.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety compliance

Reading tape measure

Quality awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Lift Truck Operator License

Job description

Summary

Responsible for all activities associated with safely running the baler including operation, cleanup, and recommending improvements to operations.

Position Title

BALER OPERATOR

Duties and Responsibilities

• Make good, neat bales.


• Operate baler and use up all unusable and corrugated scrap.


• Maintain accurate bale reports.


• Operate a forklift in a safe manner when necessary.


• Turn in maintenance work orders to supervision for needed repairs. Be proactive in the maintenance of equipment.


• Comply with all company policies and procedures, including safety and maintaining good housekeeping.


• Work safely at all times, be aware of surroundings and understand and comply with Pratt Industries Safety rules, operating procedures, and help hold co-workers responsible for safety related items. Participate in Plant Safety Committee.


• Follow at all times GMPs (Good Manufacturing Processes)


• Comply with all company policies and procedures, including safety and maintaining good housekeeping.


• Must be able to work overtime as necessary

Additional duties may be assigned by management.

Education and/or Experience

High school diploma or GED.

Candidates Are Preferred Who Offer The Following

Prior work experience in the corrugated industry.

Prior work experience as a forklift operator.

Language Skills

Able to read and follow instructions on factory masters.

Mathematical Skills

Able to read a tape measure with speed and accuracy. Able to calculate figures and amounts such as percentages, measurement, volume and rate. Able to apply concepts of high school math.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or graphic form. Ability to deal with problems involving one or more concrete variables in standardized situations.

Technical Skills

The individual must have a working knowledge of the following:

• Equipment design and capabilities that can be translated into efficient operation.


• Product layouts and production specifications


• Product quality specifications


• Quality standards

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

May be required to maintain a current Lift Truck Operator License.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 to 60 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.