Baler Operator
Posted:
Wednesday, 11 March 2026
Valid Thru:
Friday, 10 April 2026
Index Requested on:
03/11/2026 14:32:54
Indexed on:
03/11/2026 14:32:54
Location:
Latrobe, PA, 15650, US
Industry:
Consumer Packaged Goods Manufacturing
Occupational Category:
13-0000.00 - Business and Financial Operations
Type of Employment: FULL_TIME
Menasha Packaging is hiring!
Description:
Essential Functions: Changed from Key Duties and Responsibilities
1. Demonstrate commitment to safety and perform job duties in accordance with company safety policies and procedures
2. Demonstrate commitment to quality and perform job duties in adherence to GMP guidelines
3. Collect scrap from all machine centers and ensure that carts, skids etc. do not build up to unsafe levels
4. Complete process waste forms accurately
5. Identify and mark all scrap from each machine center
6. Operate scale and weigh all scrap
7. Operate shredder and balers in a safe and efficient manner
8. Understand functions and controls of the baler and hogger
9. Respool baler and clean tie guards
10. Must be familiar with safety features of the baler and hogger
11. Free baler system of jam-ups
12. Free Cyclone of jam-ups
13. Fill out process waste tags
14. Fill out corrugator tally sheet
15. Identify and save stock for tops and bottoms
16. Record bale weight information and notify shipping when a pickup is needed
17. Perform minor preventive maintenance on scale, shredder/baler and all other related equipment as needed
18. Play an active role in the maintenance and cleanliness of assigned equipment and surrounding work area, especially in the baler room, shredder and scale areas
19. Perform miscellaneous job functions as necessary to aid in production or quality
20. Report any unsafe issues to supervisor
21. Understand department communication systems, schedules, time/attendance system and job reporting requirements
22. Perform other duties as assigned by management/supervisors
Performance Measures and Outcomes
1. Adherence to safety policies and procedures
2. Quality of work 3. Production goals
Additional Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
1. Safety sensitive position - ability to work in a constant state of alertness and a safe manner
2. Ability to work overtime and weekends as required based upon the needs of the business
3. Ability to work on a rotating shift as needed
4. Ability to effectively work in teams
5. Ability to work in a production-based environment with moving equipment and people
6. Ability to interact and communicate effectively with a wide variety of roles
7. Able to identify each machine center
8. Basic math and reading skills
Responsibilities:
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Educational requirements:
Desired Skills:
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Benefits:
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