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Full-time
2-5

Baler Operator

2/23/2026

Employees are responsible for safely and accurately operating a forklift and baler machine to pick up and recycle waste, which includes identifying waste tickets, weighing units, inputting data, and loading recycled bales onto trailers. Key duties also involve replacing bale wire, troubleshooting machine issues immediately, and maintaining thorough housekeeping standards in the baler room.

Working Hours

40 hours/week

Company Size

10,001+ employees

Language

English

Visa Sponsorship

No

About The Company
Pratt Industries is a leading manufacturer of sustainable corrugated packaging and display solutions. Founded more than 30 years ago, the company has shown dramatic growth with state-of-the-art facilities in 25 states and Mexico. Pratt is America’s fifth largest corrugated packaging company and the world’s largest, privately-held producer of 100% recycled paper, with more than 10,000 highly-skilled, green-collar employees dedicated to the environment and sustainability. The Georgia-based company operates an extensive Recycling Company to supply six of the most modern, cost-effective 100% recycled paper mills – in Conyers, GA, New York City, NY, Valparaiso, IN , Shreveport, LA, Wapakoneta, OH and Henderson, KY. Pratt is dedicated to the sustainability of the environment, its customers and its people. The cornerstone of Pratt’s mission is to protect and nurture the planet’s natural resources while reducing our impact on the environment by “Harvesting the Urban Forest.” By doing so the company also seeks to help its customers meet their environmental goals. Pratt Industries provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.
About the Role

Pratt Perks:
Paid Holidays from DAY ONE

Insurance benefits and wellness reimbursement program within ONE MONTH of hire
3 Months: 401(k) with match
12 months: FULL tuition reimbursement and PAID childbearing/parenting leave


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.
The ability to work a full shift, come to work on time, work overtime as needed and the ability to work according to the necessary schedule to meet job requirements with or without reasonable accommodation is an essential function of this position.

Qualifications

Pratt Perks:
Paid Holidays from DAY ONE

Insurance benefits and wellness reimbursement program within ONE MONTH of hire
3 Months: 401(k) with match
12 months: FULL tuition reimbursement and PAID childbearing/parenting leave

 

Key Skills
Forklift OperationBaler OperationWaste RecyclingWeighingData InputTroubleshootingHousekeepingOrganizational SkillsMulti-taskingBasic Computer SkillsVerbal CommunicationWritten CommunicationAttention To DetailBasic MathSafety AwarenessTeamwork
Categories
ManufacturingLogisticsTradesSecurity & Safety
Benefits
Paid HolidaysInsurance benefitsWellness reimbursement program401(k) with matchTuition reimbursementPaid childbearing/parenting leave
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