• Baler Operator

    International Paper (Fort Smith, AR)


    Baler Operator

    Description:

    Position Title** **:

    Baler Operator

    **Pay Rate** :

     

    (21.88/hr. )

     

    **Category/Shift** :

     

    Hourly Full-Time (PM-11PM – Monday-Friday)

     

    Fort Smith Box

     

    4215 Planters Road

     

    Fort Smith AR 72901

     

    479-289-7033

    The Job You Will Perform:

    + 0.1 Baler operators bale waste material, load waste materials into rail cars and trucks, and measure and record the weight of waste shipments. **1.0 Primary baler operator duties / responsibilities include** :1.1 - following all safety rules and practices;1.2 - accurately weighing waste bales, and recording bale weights on bale tallies;1.4 - feeding waste into the shredder / hogger;1.5 - obtaining waste loads from production areas as directed;1.6 - maintaining a clean and organized baler room;1.8 - working with returned goods;1.9 - cleaning the baler and notifying maintenance of problems as necessary;1.9a - daily cleaning out the overflow box;1.9b - daily cleaning out the box behind the chute and the area in front of the chute;1.9c - daily cleaning out the twister / inserter box;1.9d - daily blowing out the radiator;1.9e - daily cleaning out behind the ram following safe practices;1.9f - daily blowing off or vacuuming the baler exterior;1.9g - daily sweeping the baler room floors; and1.9h - monthly oiling the baler twister and inserter chains1.9i - changing the divertor overflow box filters every three months;1.10 - salvaging materials for protection sheets and other uses;1.12 - performing other duties as directed by the supervisor.2.0 The qualifications for baler operator are 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.

    The Benefits You Will Enjoy:

    + Paid time off including Vacation and Holidays

    + Retirement, pension, and 401k Matching Program

    + Medical & Dental

    + Education & Development (including Tuition Reimbursement)

    + Life & Disability Insurance

    The Career You Will Build:

    + Leadership training

    + Promotional opportunities

    The Impact You Will Make:

    We continue to build a better future for people, the plant, 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** .

    The Culture You Will Experience:

    International Paper promotes employee well-being by providing safe, caring and inclusive workplaces. You will learn Safety Leadership Principles and have the opportunity to opt into Employee Networking Circles such as IPVets, IPride, Women in IP, and the African American ENC. We invite you to bring your uniqueness, creativity, talents, experiences, and safety mindset to be a part of our increasingly 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 2021 were $19.4 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._

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    Location:

    Fort Smith, AR, US, 72908

     

    Category: Hourly Job

     

    Date: Oct 8, 2025

     

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