Baler Operator: Safe, Fast-Paced Material Handling Pro

Smurfit Westrock; Hendersonville (NC); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Smurfit WestRock is seeking a Baler/Materials Operator to manage baler room daily operations, load trucks, and maintain 5S standards. Safety is central, with a culture of care and adherence to core values.

The role includes operating balers, stripping, pallet jack use, and performing maintenance while following safety rules. The position requires basic computer skills, the ability to work in a fast-paced team, and the potential to obtain a forklift license.

Qualifications

• Basic computer skills (desired).
• Must be able to work in a fast paced environment and work well with others.
• Must have, or be able to obtain, a valid forklift operator license.
• Must be able to read and comprehend documents such as safety rules, procedures, and work instructions.
• Must have demonstrated mechanical aptitude through work experience.

Responsibilities

• Sets up and utilizes their hands as stripping tool.
• Removes scrap board from die-cut sheets.
• Stacks die-cut blanks on skids for gluer operation.
• Operates power baler to compress scrap board and paper bales.
• Operates pallet jack to move skidded stock into position for stripping.
• Performs routine and preventative maintenance on all assigned equipment.
• Responsible for timely and accurate completion of the quality checklist for each job.
• Performs other job duties as assigned.

Skills

Teamwork

Mechanical aptitude

Basic computer skills

Tools

Forklift operator license

Job description

Smurfit WestRock is seeking a Baler/Materials Operator to manage baler room daily operations, load trucks, and maintain 5S standards. Safety is central, with a culture of care and adherence to core values.

The role includes operating balers, stripping, pallet jack use, and performing maintenance while following safety rules. The position requires basic computer skills, the ability to work in a fast-paced team, and the potential to obtain a forklift license.