Automatic Baler Operator

Posted:
6/23/2025, 5:00:00 PM

Location(s):
Tennessee, United States ⋅ Nashville, Tennessee, United States

Experience Level(s):
Junior ⋅ Mid Level ⋅ Senior

Field(s):
Mechanical Engineering

Job Location

Cockrill Bend

Job Summary:

The Automatic Baler Operator will ensure that the automatic baler is run efficiently and safely.

Job Description

Essential Functions

  • Ensure the emergency stops on both grading lines are clear and ready to use. 
  • Ensure the hopper is clear.
  • Open the auto tie device and ensure the twisters and needles are clear and clean out any debris.
  • Open safety door and visually inspect the area where the needles reach for the wires.  Clear out any debris.
  • Ensure the equipment is loaded with an ample wire supply.
  • Ensure proper lubrication on any moving parts.
  • Check the hydraulic fluid for proper levels.
  • Check to make sure lint and debris are clear from sensor areas.
  • Turn key on, switch on to manual and wait until the system boots up (the Allen Bradley control panel will   show complete boot up).
  • Push the start button and wait for the motor to engage and then press reset.
  • Turn the equipment to automatic and turn on both moving conveyors.
  • Monitor to ensure all of the material is presented to the baler properly.
  • When the bales are tied off, ensure all wires have been correctly tied.
  • When a bale is ejected from the equipment, have the bale weighed and place a weight ticket on the bale.
  • Weigh other salvage and write the weight on the box.

Minimum Qualifications

Required Skills:

Education

  • High school diploma or GED equivalent is required.

Experience

  • No experience necessary 

Knowledge and Skills

  • Able to follow verbal and written instructions.
  • Able to work as a team player.
  • Must have good mechanical skills.