Baler Operator-Night Shift-Eligible for Hiring Bonus

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Position Title: 

Baler Operator

Pay Rate:

$19.93/hr.(1st 90 Days only), then $22.09/hr.

Sign-on Bonus:       

$500 after 30 days,

$500 after 6 months,

Must meet eligibility requirements.

Category/Shift:

Hourly Full-Time

C Crew - 7pm-7am working a 2-week rotation

Week 1 - Tues, Fri, Sat, Sun

Week 2 - Mon, Wed, Thurs

Training for first 2 weeks is Mon-Fri 7am-3pm each day.

Physical Location:

San Antonio Central Container

1111 Frost Bank Center Dr (Formerly  AT&T Center Pkwy)

San Antonio, TX  78219

210-272-3133 (HR)

The Job You Will Perform:

Balers bale waste material, load waste materials into rail cars and trucks, input weight into QMS system for wet-end waste, and measure and record the weight of waste shipments.

following all safety rules and practices;

- accurately weighing waste bales, and recording bale weights on bale tallies;

- loading waste bales into rail cars;

- feeding waste into the shredder / hogger;

- obtaining waste loads from production areas as directed;

- maintaining a clean and organized baler room;

- loading seconds and other non-shredded waste into trucks for shipment;

- working with returned goods;

- cleaning the baler and notifying maintenance of problems as necessary;

                     - daily cleaning out the twister / inserter box;

                     - daily blowing out the radiator;

                     - daily cleaning out behind the ram following safe practices;

                     - daily blowing off or vacuuming the baler exterior;

                     - daily sweeping the baler room floors; and

            - salvaging materials for protection sheets and other uses; and

            - performing other duties as directed by the Corrugator Supervisor.

The Skills You Will Bring:

The qualifications for the Baler position is the ability to perform the duties / responsibilities of the job with or without accommodation; the certified ability to safely operate a fork lift truck; the ability to accurately use the scale located in the baler room; the ability to read, write, and speak English; the ability to use basic shop math; the ability to accurately read and record figures; the ability to learn; and the ability to follow instructions, ask questions, and work effectively as a member of a team.

 - Verifiable Stable Work History

 - Minimum 6 Months experience in a Manufacturing Environment Preferred.

- Prior Forklift Experience Required.

The Benefits You Will Enjoy:

International Paper offers a benefits package that includes health, welfare and retirement plans including Medical, Dental, Life insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Short-term Disability, 401(k) and/or Pension (where applicable), Paid Time Off, Education & Development (including Tuition Reimbursement),  and Voluntary Benefits including insurance for home, auto, vision and pets. 

The Career You Will Build:

Leadership training, promotional opportunities

The Impact You Will Make:

We continue to build a better future for people, the planet, and our company! IP has been a good steward of sustainable practices across communities around the world for more than 125 years. Join our team and you’ll see why our team members say they’re Proud to be IP.

The Culture You Will Experience:

International Paper promotes employee well-being by providing safe, caring and inclusive workplaces. We have team members all around the world with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. These are our strengths. We are committed to creating a culture where all individuals are respected, valued, engaged and have an opportunity to do their best work every day. We invite you to bring your uniqueness, creativity, talents, experiences, and safety mindset to be a part of our increasingly inclusive and diverse culture.

The Company You Will Join:

International Paper (NYSE: IP) is a leading global supplier of renewable fiber-based products. We produce corrugated packaging products that protect and promote goods, and enable worldwide commerce, and pulp for diapers, tissue and other personal care products that promote health and wellness. Headquartered in Memphis, Tenn., we employ approximately 38,000 colleagues globally. We serve customers worldwide, with manufacturing operations in North America, Latin America, North Africa and Europe. Net sales for 2022 were $21.2 billion. Additional information can be found by visiting InternationalPaper.com.

International Paper is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.  International Paper complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact reasonable.accommodations@ipaper.com or (877) 973-3919.
San Antonio  TX  78219