Maintenance Assistant and Baling Operator

Manpower, Inc.; Alexandria (MN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and Prescription Drug Plans

Supplemental Life Insurance

Short Term Disability Insurance

401(k)

Job summary

ManpowerGroup in Minnesota is seeking a Maintenance Assistant and Baling Operator for a waste management facility. You will operate balers, prepare bales, assist with equipment maintenance, and support technicians to keep lines running smoothly.

The role offers a stable night shift, a safety-conscious team, and opportunities to develop mechanical skills with industrial equipment in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Valid driver's license and forklift experience.
• Ability to read and interpret site maps, load manifests, and safety procedures.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs., climb ladders, bend, kneel, and work in confined spaces.
• Experience in an industrial or recycling facility is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor balers to compact and bale sorted recyclables according to specifications.
• Label, stage, and prepare bales for storage or shipment for efficient handling.
• Assist with cleaning and maintaining processing equipment to ensure optimum operation.
• Support maintenance technicians with mechanical repairs, tool handling, and part preparation.
• Operate heavy equipment to move, load, and organize materials within the facility.

Skills

Forklift operation

Heavy equipment operation

Site maps / load manifests

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Maintenance Assistant and Baling Operator

• Reference Number: 5900901
• Published Date: 10/01/2026
• Job Type: Temporary
• Industry: Installation and Repair
• Hours: Full Time

Our client, the waste management and recycling industry, is seeking a Maintenance Assistant and Baling Operator to join their team. As a Maintenance Assistant/Baling Operator, you will be part of the Maintenance Department supporting the Material Recovery Facility (MRF) team. The ideal candidate will have a strong work ethic, attention to detail, and a willingness to learn, which will align successfully in the organization.

Job Title: Maintenance Assistant and Baling Operator

Pay Range: $21.99/hour

Shift: Monday through Friday, 3 PM to 11 PM

What's the Job?

• Operate and monitor balers to compact and bale sorted recyclables such as cardboard, plastics, and metals according to specifications.
• Label, stage, and prepare bales for storage or shipment to ensure efficient material handling.
• Assist with cleaning and maintaining processing equipment, including conveyors, balers, screens, and magnets, to ensure optimal operation.
• Support maintenance technicians with mechanical repairs, tool handling, and part preparation to keep equipment running smoothly.
• Operate heavy equipment such as front-end loaders, excavators, and hook trucks to move, load, and organize materials within the facility.

What's Needed?

• High school diploma or GED preferred; prior experience in an industrial or recycling facility is a plus.
• Valid driver's license and experience operating forklifts or similar equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret site maps, load manifests, and safety procedures.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs., climb ladders, bend, kneel, and work in confined spaces.
• Comfortable working in loud, dusty, and hot/cold environments, following all safety policies and procedures.

What's in it for me?

• Opportunity to work in a vital industry focused on sustainability and environmental responsibility.
• Consistent night shift schedule providing stability and routine.
• Engagement in a team-oriented environment with a focus on safety and operational excellence.
• Chance to develop mechanical skills and gain experience with industrial equipment.
• Supportive work environment committed to diversity and inclusion.

Upon completion of waiting period, associates are eligible for:

• Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k)

About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of: Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells.

ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN), the leading global workforce solutions company, helps organizations transform in a fast-changing world of work by sourcing, assessing, developing, and managing the talent that enables them to win. We develop innovative solutions for hundreds of thousands of organizations every year, providing them with skilled talent while finding meaningful, sustainable employment for millions of people across a wide range of industries and skills. Our expert family of brands – Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells – creates substantial value for candidates and clients across more than 75 countries and territories and has done so for over 70 years. We are recognized consistently for our diversity - as a best place to work for Women, Inclusion, Equality and Disability and in 2023 ManpowerGroup was named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the 14th year - all confirming our position as the brand of choice for in-demand talent.