PROMEDCARE

Bale Pulper Operator

Job Summary

The Bale Pulper Operator is responsible for safely transporting and pulping bales, broke, and other paper materials in a timely manner, ensuring smooth and efficient operations in the pulper area. This role requires adherence to safety protocols, proper equipment handling, and effective communication with team members to maintain a safe and productive work environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Safely transport bales and broke to the pulper area, ensuring proper handling and equipment use.
• Follow Crew Leader's direction to set up bales for pulp chest dumps.
• Cut wires off all pulp and broke bales while wearing appropriate PPE.
• Load broke pulpers when indicated by offline pulper; cut broke as needed.
• Conduct pre-use inspections of forklift equipment and complete daily inspection sheets.
• Submit completed paperwork, including Bale Pulper Logs and Forklift Inspection Sheets, to the Crew Leader at the end of each shift.
• Properly dispose of waste and maintain cleanliness in work areas, including the bale pulper, conveyor areas, pulper alleyway, and warehouse.
• Ensure bales are safely stacked and transported, with no more than three bales high, using a bale clamp.
• Assist in cleaning areas from DAF chemical pumps, refiners, pulp chests, and bale conveyors before shift change.
• Participate in daily safety meetings and contribute ideas for improving safety standards.
• Prepare and stage Softwood (SW), Hardwood (HW), and Broke bales prior to shift change.
• Assist in the closure of pulp chest valves during machine shutdowns as directed by the Crew Leader or Assistant Crew Leader.
• Assist in shipping and receiving by using pulp bales from trailers during night and weekend deliveries.
• Follow all Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and conduct yourself in accordance with the company’s employee handbook.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by management or administrative staff in a safe and efficient manner.

Success Criteria

• Adheres to safety protocols and immediately reports any safety violations or hazards.
• Demonstrates an understanding of different types of pulp used in production.
• Proficient in forklift and bale clamp operation.
• Efficiently creates SW, HW, and Broke batches.
• Capable of creating pulpers on both paper machines.
• Maintains a clean and organized work area throughout the shift.
• Demonstrates a willingness to learn other job functions and grasp paper-making concepts.
• Effectively communicates with coworkers, administration, and management to support smooth machine operations.
• Trains new team members in job functions to contribute to overall company success.
• Completes and submits necessary paperwork in a timely manner.

Commitment to Equal Opportunity

Royal Paper is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We participate in E-Verify as required by state law and maintain a Drug-Free Workplace. All employees must pass pre-employment drug and background screenings and adhere to all Plant and Safety Rules.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $16.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 – 45 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Rotating shift

Application Question(s):

• Can you pass a background and drug screen?

Ability to Commute:

• Gila Bend, AZ 85337 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Gila Bend, AZ 85337: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person