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Baler / Grinder Operator

Lawrence Paper Company
Lawrence, KS Full Time
POSTED ON 11/6/2025 CLOSED ON 12/13/2025

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Baler / Grinder Operator

Lawrence Paper Company

Lawrence Paper Company is seeking a Baler / Grinder Operator to join our Finishing team. This role is responsible for all activities associated with safely running the baler and grinder including operation, cleanup, and recommending improvements to operations.

Responsibilities

  • Make good, neat bales
  • Operate hogger to hog up all unusable paper and corrugated scrap
  • Hand tie wax bale wires
  • Assist in two man feeds as necessary
  • Maintain accurate bale reports
  • Maintain inventories of bailing wire, wax and no wax tags, and scrap bales
  • Operate a forklift in a safe manner when necessary
  • Turn in maintenance work workers to supervision for needed repairs
  • Be proactive in the maintenance of equipment
  • Comply with all company policies and procedures, including safety and maintaining good housekeeping
  • Additional duties as assigned

Qualifications

  • High school diploma, or equivalent
  • At least one year of prior forklift experience is required
  • Prior experience in manufacturing/production preferred
  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment while adhering to safety standards

Schedule

  • Monday - Friday
  • 2nd Shift, 2:00 PM - 11:00 PM

Join our team today and contribute to our commitment to excellence in warehouse operations!

EOE

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $25.16 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $25

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