Job Description

Position Summary : Employees must be able to safely and accurately operate forklift, and baler machine to pick up and recycle waste.

Essential Functions / Position Responsibilities :

• Able to safely operate forklift to pick up waste pallets and carts.
• Identify waste ticket placed on units by supervisor and weigh unit on scale.
• Accurately input weight on waste ticket and baler summary sheet.
• Place waste safely into the baler.
• Replace bale wire on machine, as needed.
• Troubleshoot baler issues immediately.
• Thorough and proper housekeeping standards within the whole plant, but main focus in baler room.
• Weigh recycled bale(s) as they come out of baler, then load onto trailer.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to multi-task.
• Basic Computer Skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Attention to detail.
• Ability to add, subtract, & multiply
• Able to work extended work hours and weekends, as needed
• Self-motivated
• Able to work in varying temperatures
• Professional Attitude & conduct
• Ability to reconcile all work before it is turned into supervisor.
• Follow all company policies per Employee Handbook & Code of Conduct.
• Follow all company safety guidelines.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities : None

Hiring Requirements / Preferences

• HS Diploma or GED
• At least 3 years of forklift experience required.
• Previous Baler Operator experience preferred.
• Professional Attitude & conduct to co-workers, supervisors and the general public at all times.
• Multi-task, interpersonal communication, problem solving, and time management skills are needed.
• High degree of safety awareness and safety discipline
• Strictly adhere to safety requirements and the policies and procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook.
• Wear personal protective equipment (PPE) in designated operations and production areas as stated by PRATT Safety and OSHA.
• Willing to travel and work away from home when and if required.
• Be willing to work nights and weekends when necessary.
• Have the willingness to work in a team environment and assist co workers or supervisors with other duties as required.
• You will be expected to be flexible to the needs of our business, as we continually strive to meet and exceed the needs of our customers.
• Random and Suspicion Drug tests are performed
• Please be aware that you must successfully complete a drug screen and background check in order to be hired into the Pratt Industries.
• Be at least age 18 years of age due to nature of working environment.

Last updated : 2024-02-25