Join the worldwide leader in playing cards and in “play” solutions. Play is what keeps us going, and it always has been our greatest motivation. That's why we live different, play different.

The Baler Operator will operate the wastepaper baler, transport scrap material using fork trucks and other vehicles, and monitor the pneumatic waste removal system. They are also responsible for solid waste removal, maintenance of waste collection points, and other material transfer duties as assigned. This is a 3rd Shift Position. The days of the week are Sunday-Thursday 10:45pm to 6:45am

What you’ll do as a Baler Operator:

• Collect loose scrap and waste materials throughout the plant using fork truck or other vehicles or devices

• Sort and disposed of scrap and waste materials appropriately

• Maintain waste collection points and operate waste compactors

• Operate the baler and transport strapped bails to out bound trucks

• Manually feed scrap material into the baler

• Monitor the pneumatic scarp collection system and perform basic clean up of baler and baler room

• Clean work areas in accordance with established 5S standards

• Perform other material transfer duties as assigned

• Follow established safety policies, including daily maintenance check sheets

• Complete power equipment training and certification process and operate powered industrial trucks to transport materials

• Any and all duties as assigned

We’re looking for a Baler Operator with:

Knowledge

• Minimum 1 to 3 years of work experience

• High School diploma or equivalent work experience

• Good communication skills, both written and verbal

Skills

• Self-directed and able to safely work at a pace that meets or exceeds the departmental standards

• Able to read, understand and follow written instructions

• Able to perform basic math functions

• Team-oriented, has excellent attendance, and professional communication skills

• Pays attention to detail

• Basic computer skills and able to work with SAP.

• Can work flexible hours with minimal notice

Benefits a Baler Operator Can Expect from Cartamundi:

• Competitive pay

• Climate controlled facility

• 401(k) with company match

• Health, dental, and vision insurance starting day one

• HSA (Health Savings Account) and FSA (Flexible Savings Account)

• Life insurance

• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

• Paid time off

• Tuition reimbursement

• Employee discounts on daycare, gym memberships, travel, and much more

Physical requirements and working conditions:

Our manufacturing Plant is comprised of enclosed office and manufacturing space. This position requires the ability to:

• Must be able to wear ALL safety equipment including a safety shoes, hearing protection, and dust mask

• Lift / push / pull up to 100 lbs

• Standing and walking 20% of work time

• Ability to work up to 12 hours a day

• Ability to twist, reach, and bend

• Requires ability to reach, grasp, and manipulate objects

• Position involves moderate risks or discomforts and special safety precautions

• Ability to operate a powered industrial truck

• At least 20X40 corrected vision

• Ability to pull up to 1,500 lbs. with a non-powered hand truck

• Able to work outside during inclement weather

• Able to negotiate narrow spaces, aisles and the interior of various cargo containers

• This Baler Operator position is located on-site in our Erlanger, Ky facility

Apply today and discover the magic of making a difference at Cartamundi!

Cartamundi does not discriminate based on race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities. This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For more information on E-Verify, or if you believe that your employer has violated its E-Verify responsibilities, please contact DHS dhs.gov/e-verify.

Candidates must be 18 years old to work for Cartamundi.

No agencies please. No sponsorship available.

About Cartamundi:

At Cartamundi, we're all united by our common belief that world is better with play. Play is what keeps us going, and it always has been our greatest motivation. That's why we live different and play different. To us, it is not just an activity. It is a guiding mindset that reminds us to have fun, to be fair, to connect with people – across cultures and generations – and to embrace shared experiences.

We are a worldwide leader in playing cards and in “play” solutions.

Our owned brand portfolio includes a suite of heritage brands which go back as far as 1848, including global brands like Bicycle®, HRO®, Bee®, Copag®, Shuffle® and many locally loved brands. These brands combine craftsmanship with innovation as the basis for their continued relevance and positive contribution to the local communities that love and use these brands.

At Cartamundi, we have significant expertise in printing; our presses have been running since 1765. Today, our company has become the largest playing cards and board game manufacturer in the world and the trusted partner of leading toy companies. We make well-known brands such as Monopoly®, Uno®, Magic: The Gathering®, Guess Who ®, Pokémon®, Trivial Pursuit® every day.

As we look into the future and how entertainment evolves, we are bringing the digital world to the physical world and vice versa. We have a dedicated team of experts that is looking into future technologies, products, applications that can get our consumers and communities to truly live different and play different.

We are still a family-owned company with headquarters in Belgium and have a global network of 16 manufacturing facilities, 6 design centers, 1 digital studio and 1 global R&D center.