Baler Operator: Day-1 Benefits & Career Growth

Smurfit-Westrock; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical w/ HSA

Mental Health

401(k) with 5% company match

Paid vacation time & holidays

Life Insurance & AD&D

Disability Insurance

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock in Houston, TX, is seeking a Baler Operator to join our production team. The role focuses on safe, efficient baling operations and adherence to health and safety standards.

Responsibilities include making neat bales, operating hogger, feeding, inventory control of baling materials, and performing basic maintenance requests. Benefits start Day 1, with medical, 401(k) and paid leave options available.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Prior work experience in the corrugated industry is preferred.
• May be required to maintain a current Lift Truck Operator License.
• Understand equipment design and capabilities for efficient operation.
• Knowledge of product layouts and production specifications.
• Awareness of product quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Make good, neat bal es.
• Operate hogger and hog up unusable paper and corrugated scrap.
• Assist in two man feeds as necessary.
• Maintain inventories of baling wire, wax and no wax tags, and scrap bales.
• Operate a fork jack safely when needed.
• Turn in maintenance work orders for needed repairs.
• Follow all safety and company policies.

Skills

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Quality mindset

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Lift Truck Operator License

Job description

Smurfit Westrock in Houston, TX, is seeking a Baler Operator to join our production team. The role focuses on safe, efficient baling operations and adherence to health and safety standards.

Responsibilities include making neat bales, operating hogger, feeding, inventory control of baling materials, and performing basic maintenance requests. Benefits start Day 1, with medical, 401(k) and paid leave options available.