Warehouse Associate I

Wagner Logistics Warehouse Associate I—Baler OperatorJoin our warehouse adventure! Wagner Logistics isn't just your average logistics company—we're a dynamic team of adventurers, weaving magic into every step of the supply chain industry. As one of the top 50 Third-party logistics companies, we specialize in distribution center management, warehousing, transportation, order fulfillment, product assembly, and packaging. With us, every day is a new quest filled with excitement and opportunity!Fantastic Benefits: Dive into family, health, dental and vision plans, 401k with company match and more. Paid Time Off: Because we believe in work-life balance. Competitive Wages: We value your hard work and dedication.Summary: The Warehouse Associate I—Baler Operator encompasses the operation and maintenance of the Baler system and Baler room in accordance with the standards outlined in the customer's contract.What You'll Be Doing:Segregate scrap according to baler and cutter schedules.Transport scrap buggies to the Baler Room and unload them into the shredders using a forklift.Load bales from the baler onto trucks using a Squeeze Clamp Fork Truck.Prepare shipping documents for trucks.Monitor and remove paper dust at the baghouse.Load baler tie wire as required.Clean, maintain, and lubricate balers, cutter scrap fans, external baghouse, divert valves, hydraulic systems, and heat exchangers.Clear out ductwork plugs using a Scissor Lift.Maintain the cleanliness of the Baler Room floor.Operate Material Handling Equipment safely and efficiently, completing the Forklift Daily Inspection Form prior to use.Tag equipment "out of service" if deemed unsafe until repairs are completed.Monitor Scrap Buggy areas for fullness or emptiness.Adhere to Personal Protective Equipment requirements, including wearing long pants, steel-toed shoes, earplugs, and dust masks.What You Need:Education: High School diploma or GED.Experience: One to three years of experience operating a baler in a similar warehouse or manufacturing environment and/or possessing small engine mechanical repair skills. Experience with a Squeeze Clamp Fork Truck and/or Scissor Lift is preferred.Knowledge and Skills: Safe operation of a Fork Truck is essential. Ability to withstand extended periods of sitting, standing, and walking. Ability to follow instructions and work independently and responsibly.Physical Demands and Work Environment: Ability to stand, sit, squat, crawl, bend, twist, and kneel. Navigate through narrow and confined spaces. Work on sloping, uneven, and/or slippery surfaces. Possible exposure to high noise levels requiring hearing protection. Use hands and fingers to grasp, turn, and manipulate objects of varying sizes and weights. Lift, push, pull, or carry up to 50 pounds of heavy objects.Wagner is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran, or other protected status.