Baler Operator

Goodwill Industries of Greater Cleveland and East Central Ohio is seeking a Baler Operator to join our team! In this role, you will operate the baler and tie off baled textiles while following operating procedures and safety standards. Responsible for conveying 275–500 lb. gaylords from the warehouse to the baler area and conveying bales weighing more than 1,130 lbs. to the shipping area.

Assist in the operation of the dock area and in transporting material.

• Load baler in a manner that is highly efficient and safe.
• Ensure that only appropriate textile pieces are being baled by removing any other items.
• Work with the lead baler to maintain equipment, reports, and quality of bales.
• Keep baler room, dock area, and warehouse clean, orderly, and operating safely always.
• Adhere to agency safety/security policies, procedures, and practices. Wear required personal protective equipment.
• Place specific trash in a regular or metal dumpster or compactor as designated.
• Other relevant duties as assigned by supervisor.

• Tow motor experience preferred.
• Ability to judge distance, speed, and movement of objects.

• High School diploma.
• Must be able to perform physical requirements of the position including frequent standing, walking, climbing, balancing, stooping/bending, crouching/squatting, bilateral reaching all levels, fine detailing, occasional sitting and kneeling, frequent lift/carry up to 10 lbs., occasional lift/carry 51‑100 lbs., frequent push/pull up to 500 lbs. at varying distances. Indoor/outdoor conditions.
• Safety toe footwear is preferred but not required.
• Safety‑sensitive position which is subject to random drug testing.

This is a full‑time hourly position with offered benefits of Health, Dental, Vision, Voluntary Term Life, Retirement, and Paid Time Off. Salary ranges from $51,000.00–$75,000.00 per year in Massillon, OH.

Goodwill is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Background check required.