Baler Operator (Mon-Fri) — Metal Recycling & Safety Focus

Alter Trading; Lincoln (NE); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Alter Trading Corporation in Lincoln, NE is seeking a Baler Operator to run hydraulic baling equipment and coordinate with mobile equipment operators to load materials. The role emphasizes safety, quality, and accurate daily reporting for inventory and operations.

You will monitor performance, tie off finished bales, and perform routine maintenance to keep the baler running smoothly, ensuring compliance with safety standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred but not required.
• Experience in metals preferred but not required.
• Ability to interact with customers, employees and vendors in a friendly and courteous manner.

Responsibilities

• Operate hydraulic baling equipment to compress recyclable metals into dense baled material.
• Coordinate with mobile equipment operators to load materials into the baler.
• Monitor machine performance and maintain safe operation.
• Assist the baler team to tie off finished bales and prepare for inventory.
• Perform routine maintenance to ensure safety and reliability.
• Complete daily reports on the machine for inventory, safety, maintenance and operations, ensuring quality standards.

Skills

Safety awareness

Customer interaction

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Alter Trading Corporation in Lincoln, NE is seeking a Baler Operator to run hydraulic baling equipment and coordinate with mobile equipment operators to load materials. The role emphasizes safety, quality, and accurate daily reporting for inventory and operations.

You will monitor performance, tie off finished bales, and perform routine maintenance to keep the baler running smoothly, ensuring compliance with safety standards.