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WM Intellectual Property Holdings, L.L.C

Small Equipment Operator

Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed

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A Baling Machine Operator operates and maintains machinery which bales a product, products or waste product at a production or manufacturing facility, or a distribution hub. Duties may include some finishing on bales, such as tying off or adding labels.

$35,969 / year median in Texas

+12% projected growth

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I. Job Summary Operates one or two pieces of equipment including but not limited to baler, front-end loader, bobcat, candensifier or forklift to transport or bind paper or other loose materials to facilitate handling. II. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Sorts and grades material. Fills and operates candensifier. Records materials or items received or distributed and mark materials with identifying information. Maintains inventory records. Compiles worksheets or tickets from customer specifications. Insures material is being fed properly onto conveyor. Coordinates flow of material. Starts baler up on time, read monitor, which displays functions of baler, and reacts quickly to machine prompts and alarms, and ensures proper operation. Monitors and documents downtime. Insures safety around working areas. Checks quality of material before it is baled or shipped. Coordinates with MRF Manager to see what material needs to be baled or shipped. Performs routine maintenance and daily inspection on equipment such as lubricating, fueling, and cleaning. Keeps supply of wire on hand for baler. Operates loader, forklift, bobcat, or other equipment to move material to designated area. Keeps surrounding work areas clean. Unloads, tags, and stacks material in proper rows by raising and lowering lifting device. Loads or unloads materials into or out of trailers and railcars. Moves material from baler. Dumps containers, bins, and gaylords of materials. Reads loading, unloading sheets and bills of ladings. Completes necessary load and unload tally sheets. Inspects and grades wastepaper that is received at plant. Ensures vehicle condition reports are filled out properly as required by corporate guidelines. Complies with all safety policies and procedures. Performs other duties as assigned. III. Qualifications A. Required Qualifications 6 months of previous work experience. Forklift Certified Valid Drivers License B. Preferred Qualifications High School Diploma or GED 1 year of previous work experience. IV. Physical Requirements Listed below are key points regarding physical demands, physical and occupational risks, and the work environment of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
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This job operates in both inside garage, shop or gas plant conditions as well as in outside conditions that include inclement weather, heat and humidity. This role is designated as safety sensitive and will require the successful candidate to strictly comply with all safety rules and protocols. As part of the ongoing employment requirements, the successful candidate may be subject to drug and alcohol testing—including pre‑employment screening, post‑incident evaluations, reasonable suspicion checks, and random testing—in accordance with government regulations and company policies. V. Benefits At WM, each eligible employee receives a competitive total compensation package that includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short-term disability. In addition, we offer a stock purchase plan, company matching on a 401(k), and more. Employees also receive paid vacation, holidays, and personal days. Please note that benefits may vary by site. If this sounds like the opportunity that you have been looking for, please click Apply.