Baler

Job Title: Baler

Location:  AAPP Plant – Greeley, CO

Reports To: Manager – Shipping, Receiving, Warehouse

Department: Warehouse

Job Status: Full-Time

Job Type: Hourly/Nonexempt

Position Summary

This position is responsible for separating trash from large cardboard boxes, placing trash into a compactor, and feeding cardboard into a baling machine for recycling. The role also supports general warehouse cleanliness and may include basic material‑handling tasks. Forklift certification is preferred or must be obtained after hire.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Separate trash from incoming cardboard totes and boxes.
• Dispose of trash into the compactor safely and efficiently.
• Feed cardboard into the baler and operate the machine according to procedures.
• Tie, secure, and stage finished bales for pickup.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area.
• Follow all safety rules, PPE requirements, and equipment procedures.
• Report maintenance, safety, or equipment issues immediately.
• Complete additional warehouse or sanitation tasks as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Forklift certified or willing to complete forklift training.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Basic understanding of safety rules and equipment operation.

Employment Requirements

• Eligibility to work in the United States.
• Ability to pass pre‑employment screening (drug screen, etc.).

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other protected status.