Baler Operator

Why Join TEAM GREEN

• Comprehensive Healthcare: Excellent Health, Vision, and Dental benefits options.

• Financial Future: Retirement savings options with competitive programs.

• Earning Potential: Opportunities for potential overtime pay.

• Work-Life Balance: Dependable scheduling to support an excellent work-life balance.

Position Summary

We are seeking a reliable Baler Operator to join our operations team. In this role, you will safely operate industrial balers, shredders, and conveyors, manage inventory organization, and perform routine equipment maintenance to keep our facility running efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

• Equipment Operation & Safety: Safely and efficiently operate the baler, shredder, and conveyor systems. Inspect and use all required safety equipment in compliance with company standards and regulatory guidelines.

• Inventory Management: Weigh and stack finished bales into designated inventory areas. Keep the unfinished inventory organized by stacking gaylords safely and maintaining a clean work area.

• Routine Maintenance: Perform basic maintenance and repairs on machinery; maintain accurate weekly maintenance logs.

• Warehouse Support: Assist warehouse teams on special projects and execute other duties as directed by management.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Education & Experience: High School Diploma / GED (or equivalent practical experience).

• Certifications: Active Forklift Operator Certification required.

• Skills: Ability to read and follow safety rules, procedures, and manuals; clear verbal communication skills.

Please note: Shift schedule 5 am - 3 pm, Monday to Friday with occasional Saturday if needed.

Physical Demands & Working Conditions

• Physical Strength: Regularly lift/move up to 40lbs, frequently up to 50lbs, and move up to 300lbs using proper equipment.

• Mobility: Able to stand, walk, climb, stoop, kneel, reach, and balance throughout shifts.

• Environment: Works in an active industrial warehouse setting with moderate to loud noise levels. Occasional exposure to outdoor weather conditions, moving mechanical parts, fumes, or work at heights.

We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

GFL is committed to equal opportunity for all, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. If you are interested in applying for employment and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position, please contact [email protected]

Please note that GFL does not provide visa sponsorship for this position. Valid work authorization in the country where the job is located is required. Successful candidates will be required to provide valid documentation confirming their eligibility to work in the country where the job is located prior to their start date.

This hiring process may utilize machine-based systems to assist in screening and assessing applicants. Final selection decisions are made by our recruitment team.