Baler Operator

Job Description

Job Description

Baler Operator – Full-Time

???? Lincoln, NE

???? Alter Trading Corporation

???? 1st Shift - Monday–Friday (occasional weekends as needed)

Alter Trading Corporation, a 127-year-old, privately held company operating over 70+ scrap metal processing facilities across 11 states. We are a leader in the metals recycling industry, trading recycled materials both nationally and internationally. Our team is committed to safety, integrity, and operational excellence.

The Baler Operator operates hydraulic machines to compress and bind recyclable metal materials into dense, manageable bales. Key responsibilities include coordinating with mobile equipment operators the loading materials into the machine, monitoring machine performance, working with the Baler team to tie off finished bales, and performing maintenance to ensure safety. Baler operator will also serve as a secondary check to ensure material for baling meeting quality standards. Will complete daily reports on the machine for inventory, safety maintenance and operational purposes.

• High school diploma or GED preferred but not required
• Prior experience in metals preferred but not required
• Ability to interact with customers, employees and vendors in a friendly and courteous manner
• Strong attention to safety and detail

Must wear all necessary PPE while working or while in the yard. Follows company safety standards at all times. Failure to follow standards may result in loss of position.

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