About this opportunity
FXI lists this 1st Shift Baler Operator opportunity in high point, North Carolina. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Job Title: Baler Operator
Location: High Point, NC
Job Type: On-Site
Reporting to: Production Supervisor
Director Reports: None
Company Overview:
FXI is a leading producer of foam innovation in Bedding, Furniture, Industrial, Home & Office, Healthcare, and Transportation markets. We have made it our mission to provide tailored solutions that delight our customers and consumers. With our corporate headquarters, high-tech research and development facility, and multiple manufacturing locations in North America, FXI has built a culture of innovation and achievement that is recognized by customers, suppliers and peers. Our products include finished goods, sub-assemblies, services, and raw materials for OEMs, fabricators, and retailers. You will find FXI's foam innovations inside, around, and under yourself in countless applications. Everywhere foam goes, FXI's innovations lead the way! Won't you join us?
Site Overview:
Our High Point, North Carolina facility is a nonunion manufacturing plant with approximately 55 employees. The site specializes in producing polyurethane foam and other foam products. As a key location within FXI's manufacturing network, the High Point plant is known for its strong focus on quality, safety, and operational excellence. Team members work in a collaborative, supportive environment where continuous improvement and innovation play a central role.
Job Overview:
We are seeking a dependable and safety-focused Baler Operator to join our operations team. The Baler Operator is responsible for operating and maintaining baling equipment to compress recyclable or waste materials into compact bales for storage and transport. The ideal candidate has mechanical aptitude, follows safety procedures, and works well in a team environment.
Key Responsibilities
Operate baler equipment according to company safety standards
Load cardboard, plastic, paper, or other materials into the baler
Monitor machine performance and adjust settings as needed
Tie, wrap, and label finished bales
Inspect bales for proper density and quality
Maintain a clean and organized work area
Perform routine inspections and basic maintenance on equipment
Report on mechanical issues or safety concerns promptly
Assist with general warehouse duties as needed
Skills / Qualifications:
High school diploma or GED preferred
Previous experience operating balers or similar heavy equipment preferred
Forklift certification (or willingness to obtain)
Basic mechanical knowledge
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and stand for extended periods
Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety
Total Rewards:
We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Basic and optional life insurance
Short and longterm disability coverage
401(k) plan with company match
Tuition assistance
Flexible spending accounts
Our Commitment to a Diverse Workforce:
FXI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. FXI does not discriminate in employment matters on the basis of race, color, religion, gender identify or expression, national origin, age, military service eligibility, veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, or based on any individual's membership in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. We support workplace diversity. We strongly believe that diversity contributes to a broader collective perspective that will consistently lead to a better company and better products. We are working hard to increase the diversity of our team wherever we can.
We are interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States. However, we are not able to sponsor visas.
FXI is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. Please, no phone calls or emails. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at FXI via-email, the Internet or in any form and/or method without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of FXI. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by FXI as a result of the referral or through other means.
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