Baler Operator -SC

We are looking for a Production Worker to assist with the operation of the bailing machines, compressing and binding textile and/or paper-related product into bales in preparation for resale. 
HOURS: Monday-Thursday 7am-3:30pm, Friday 7am-2:30pm
PAY: $15.89-$16.68
In accordance with the Goodwill of the Great Plains mission, we are committed to providing a competitive total compensation package, including salary and benefits, that will attract, retain, and reward high performing employees who share a passion for transforming lives through the dignity of work. Goodwill of the Great Plains strives to make employee compensation performance-based, competitive to organizations with similar missions, and commensurate for the individual’s level of responsibility.
 
PHYSICAL DEMANDS OF JOB:
 Lifting 50 pounds maximum. Frequently unloading baler, walking, bending, and standing.


ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITES:

• Load material into compression chamber
• Operate baler machine switches to cause ram to compress materials
• Open compression chamber door and remove bales from machine
• Thread tie bands around bale and twist or clamp ends of band to tighten
• Assist with loading and unloading material from trailers as needed
• May act as material handler, moving materials from or near trucks, dock, and/or staging areas to specific locations within the facility
• Other such duties as may be required or assigned by supervisory staff

• High school graduate/GED preferred, but not required
• Ability to be forklift certified preferred, but not required 

• Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance available after 30 days
• Paid Vacation and Sick Leave
• Personal Day and Birthday Day Off
• 6 Paid Holidays
• 401K
• Life insurance
• Short-term disability available after one (1) year