Production & Manufacturer

Are you an experienced Baler Operator or Material Handler looking for a new opportunity in a production and manufacturing environment? In this role, you will support manufacturing operations by handling recyclable materials, operating baling equipment, and ensuring a clean, safe, and efficient production floor. You will work under the direction of the Shift Supervisor to support material flow and recycling processes throughout the facility.

Location: Sandston, VA

Schedule: Rotating 12-hour shifts (7:00 PM – 7:00 AM)
Must be able to train on both day and night shifts

Pay Rate: $16.00/hour

Key Responsibilities

• Sort and load paper scrap into automatic and manual baling machines from rolling cages

• Operate balers following established production, safety, and quality guidelines

• Operate an industrial forklift to transport scrap paper cages and finished bales

• Read scales to verify bale weight and accurately document material grade and weight

• Load baled recyclable materials (corrugated, paper, etc.) onto designated trailers for shipping

• Load trucks efficiently while maximizing weight limits

• Notify Accounting Manager when salvage trucks require pickup

• Notify Supervisor promptly when baling machines require maintenance or repair

• Empty trash and maintain recycling and production areas

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe warehouse, baler room, and recycling storage areas

• Receive, verify, and stage incoming raw materials

• Shrink-wrap skids from production machines

• Retrieve and deliver raw materials to production machines safely and efficiently

• Stand for extended periods, work at a fast pace, move large cages and bales, and work overtime as needed

• Follow all company safety policies, procedures, and ethical standards

• Perform additional duties as assigned by management

Qualifications & Requirements

• Previous experience following workplace safety requirements

• Forklift experience in a warehouse, manufacturing, or production environment

• Physically capable of lifting, pushing, pulling, and standing for long periods

• Experience sorting materials or products

• Strong attention to detail with the ability to document accurately

• Ability to adhere to schedules and rotating shift requirements

• Manufacturing, production, or material handling experience preferred

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