Baler Loader Operator
Listed on 2026-01-01
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Manufacturing / Production
Manufacturing Production, Maintenance Technician / Mechanic
Description:
What if you were given the opportunity and responsibility to make a difference? At International Paper, you control your destiny. We offer challenging assignments and total rewards in countries around the world. When we say infinite possibilities, we mean it. Apply now and join a community that improves people’s lives, the planet and our company’s performance by transforming renewable resources into products people depend on every day.
Position Title: Baler/Loader Operator 1
Pay Rate: $23.09/hr
Category/Shift: Hourly Full-Time (Monday – Friday, 9:00 am - 5:30 pm)
Physical
Location:
1225 Bryn Mawr Avenue, Itasca, IL 60143
The Job You Will Perform:
- Complete pre-start loader maintenance inspection report (or VCR)
- Responsible for feeding paper from tipping pad to baler conveyor (all facets of loading the baler)
- Operate balers according to brand specifications (Mac Press, Enterprise, Bollegraff, IPS)
- Load the baler utilizing either the front loader, skid steer or forklift
- Record grade, percentage of waste in compactor dumped material
- Monitor paper feed line
- Monitor wire condition and feed
- Monitor bales for mill readiness including:
- Adequate wiring
- Proper grade and quality
- Weight
- Record maintenance activity on equipment
- Record baler downtime
- Assist with daily weekly monthly PMs for baler and feed conveyors
- Operate shredder and follow all NAID requirements for document destruction
- Ensure driveway is free of material
- Keep paper/plastic from accumulating around property fence line
- Prevent loose paper from accumulating at the rail dock area
- Clean pit monthly or as needed
- Remove material build-up from incline conveyors
- Assist with pushing material from inside bunkers onto conveyor
- Communicate paper grade to Material Handler to ensure proper storage
- Inform Material Handler of any rejected bales
- Communicate with Plant Lead – maintenance issues, downtime, production issues
- Report the completion of all paper goods to obtain alternate assignment
The Skills You Will Bring:
- Must be 18 years of age
- Must be authorized to work in the United States
- Ability to work any shift as needed
- Ability to work overtime as needed
- Ability to read, write and speak English fluently
- Alertness, visual ability, and good communication skills
- On-the-job success in safety, attendance & quality of work expected
- Ability to safely replace wire spools
- Ability to be trained on safe baler operation, including Lock-out, Tag out procedures
- Ability to operate/monitor the following equipment:
Baler, In-feed Conveyor, Forklift, Front Loader, Skid Steer
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 120 years. Join our team and you’ll see why our team members say they’re Proud to be IP
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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…
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