Baler-State Use
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Goodwill Industries of Akron, OH is looking to hire a Baler. Are you goal-oriented and looking for an opportunity to prove yourself? Are you a get-it-done type of person who is interested in the career development resourcesthat the Goodwill has to offer? Do you want to serve your community while building your career? If so, please read on!

ABOUT GOODWILL INDUSTRIES OF AKRON

Founded in Boston, MA in 1902 by Reverend Edgar J Helms, Goodwill has been providing opportunities for men and women across America and around the world ever since. Goodwill Industries of Akron was established in 1927 in a one-room salon at the corner of Howard and Furnace Streets as a branch of Goodwill Industries of Cleveland. Today, we continue to flourish as we serve Summit, Portage, Medina, Ashland, and Richland counties. Our mission is to help individuals prepare for, find, and retain employment.

In order to hire and retain employees who share our core values of commitment, teamwork, honesty, and customer service to carry forward this mission, we offer good benefits and opportunities for career development.

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A BALER

Safely operate baler to prepare 1200-1500 pound bales for shipment. Count number of articles to be banded to verify number on work order. Load materials into baling machine. Unwind plastic or metal banding material from reel, wrap band around stack or bundle, inserts loose end of banding material into strapping tool and cinches and crimps banding material and clamp with strapping tool to secure articles during storage or shipment. Complete with all agency safety policies and DOT guidelines.

QUALIFICATIONS FOR A BALER

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Capable to operate baling machine
• Knowledge of basic math
• Able to operate counterbalance scale to weigh bails
• Able to work independently but also foster teamwork
• Must have a physician-certified disability as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act per the requirements of Goodwill's State Use Contracts

WORK SCHEDULE

You must be able to work a flexible schedule including weekends

ARE YOU READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM?

We understand your time is valuable and that is why we have a very quick and easy application process. If you feel that you would be right for this job, please fill out our initial 3-minute, mobile-friendly application. We look forward to meeting you!

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Goodwill Industries of Akron is an equal opportunity employer. Minorities/Females/Disability/Protected Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity