Baler/Scrap

About the role

The Baler Operator position within Leggett & Platt's operations is responsible for operating baling machines to bale scrap foam, tying off completed bales, and packaging them for shipment. This role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, along with good mechanical aptitude and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Push empty scrap buggies from the baling area to the areas of the plant where they are used and exchange with full buggies of scrap foam.
• Separate foam types for separate baling (when needed).
• Load scrap foam into the baler and activate with hand buttons.
• When bale is complete, tie off the complete bale.
• Remove the bale from the baler with the squeeze tow motor (license required), and move to scales to be weighted and tagged.
• Move completed bale to the bale storage area.
• Repeat process continuously throughout shift.
• To ensure that all scrap foam is baled and stored in the proper area, all bales rare to be tagged with the correct weight.
• Daily log sheet is turned into the lead person.
• Wear proper PPE as required.
• Maintain excellent housekeeping practices in production area.
• Practice proper safety techniques.
• Complete general area maintenance duties on equipment as assigned.

Qualifications, Knowledge, Education & Experience

• Must be at least 18 years of age to perform this job.
• High School diploma or GED equivalent required; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Good mechanical aptitude and attention to detail.
• Able to work accurately from verbal and written instructions.

Skills

• Attendance/Punctuality - Consistently at work and on time.
• Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; maintains a clean and organized work environment.
• Quantity - Meets productivity standards; completes work in timely manner; strives to increase productivity.
• Safety - Observes all safety procedures and policies; reports potentially unsafe conditions to supervisor; uses equipment and materials properly.

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