Baler Operator

Sims Metal (Sims) is a global leader in metal recycling. With facilities across the globe, Sims plays an intrinsic role in the circular economy by making resources available for future use. As a responsible corporate citizen, we continuously seek new ways to broaden our participation in the environmental sector, ensuring that our future is as bright, safe, and secure as at any time in our long history.

2nd Shift - Sunday - Thursday 5pm - 5am and Fridays 5pm-1am

Purpose of Role

The Baler Operator is responsible for operating and maintaining the baling machine to compress and package scrap metal materials for shipping or storage. This role plays a key part in ensuring efficient yard operations and maintaining a clean and organized work environment.

Principal Accountabilities

• Operate baler equipment to compress scrap metal into bundles or bales.
• Monitor and adjust machine settings for optimal performance.
• Feed materials into baler while ensuring safety protocols are followed.
• Perform routine maintenance and minor repairs on baler equipment.
• Inspect materials for contaminants and ensure only acceptable metals are processed.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization around the baler area.
• Record production data and complete daily logs as required.
• Communicate with team members and supervisors to coordinate workflow.
• Follow all company safety policies, procedures, and environmental guidelines.
• Other duties as assigned.

Experience Required:

• High School diploma or GED
• 1-3 months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Forklift certification or experience operating heavy equipment (a plus).
• Knowledge of different types of scrap metals and sorting procedures.
• Experience maintaining baler or other recycling equipment.

Skills:

• Ability to safely operate, monitor, and maintain metal baling machines.
• Basic mechanical aptitude – For troubleshooting minor equipment issues and performing routine maintenance
• Experience with forklifts, skid steers, or other yard machinery (a plus).
• Understanding of scrap metal types – Ability to identify and sort various ferrous and non-ferrous metals.

Work Environment:

• Primarily warehouse and outdoor environment with exposure to noise, dust, and heavy equipment.
• Must be able to lift up to 40 lbs, climb, bend, and work in physically demanding conditions.
• Weekend or extended hours may be required depending on business needs.

A career with Sims provides you with the opportunity to work with an organization whose goal is to be the world’s safest and most responsible recycling company. Our people achieve this by creating a zero-harm workplace, being exemplary members of the communities in which we operate, and being responsible stewards of the environment. We also offer competitive pay and a range of attractive benefits.

Sims is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We value the diversity of all of our employees and are committed to creating an inclusive working environment where everyone can contribute, advance on merit, and realize their full potential. Sims does not discriminate with regard to race, sex, religion, color, national origin, citizenship status, disability, age, marital or familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, housing status, source of income, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws. This applies to any employment decision, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.  qualified applicants with a disability in need of a reasonable accommodation may request such without fear of reprisal or discrimination. 

To achieve our purpose to create a world without waste to preserve our planet, we are guided by our Principles of Purpose: Be Safe + Well, Band Together, Be Accountable + Transparent, Consistently Innovate, Inspire with Purpose, Celebrate + Have Fun.