Baler Operator

As part of the second phase of recruitment for this facility, we are looking for a Baler Operator to join our team.

If you are looking to work for an innovative company with the vision to develop sustainability to point where nothing is wasted and who can offer opportunities for development, then this is the opportunity for you.

Levenseat, a leading recycling and resource management company, have recently opened the doors of their newly refurbished site in Falkirk. The site will process 200 000 tonnes of household waste per year, recovering resources to extend their lifecycle and returning them back into a circular economy ensuring nothing is wasted.

The Baler Operator will be responsible for the baler and wrapper machine operations including the set-up, and production in a waste processing environment.

Performing basic adjustments to the equipment as per requirements, operating characteristics, and capabilities of the equipment.

They will also be responsible for the basic housekeeping in the area and in ensuring the machine produces high quality bales within customer specification, runs smoothly and at capacity, and is properly maintained.

Main responsibilities of the Baler Operator include:

- Ensure the bale production operations are managed in line with Levenseat standards and Health and Safety legislation.
- Ensure all basic maintenance, cleaning & inspections are carried out and recorded as per Company and manufactures instructions and procedures.
- Ensure compliance with all company work practices as directed.
- Operate baler and wrapper units safely and competently.
- Undertake general housekeeping duties around their work area in accordance with Supervisors instructions.
- Report on production and assist in scheduling offtake of material.
- Maintain the highest cleanliness of all working areas.
- Ensure any defects affecting the safe working order of the baler/wrapper are reported immediately.
- Remain aware, at all times, of your responsibilities for your own Health and Safety and the Health and Safety of your work colleagues. report all near misses.
- Carry out other tasks within your operational ability or for which you have received appropriate training, as and when required.

**Benefits**:
We offer a comprehensive range of benefits including:

- A health cash back plan
- Enhanced holiday cover
- Employee Assistance Programmes
- Training and development opportunities

**Essential Skills**:
Full training will be given; however we are looking for a team player who has an awareness of health and safety in the workplace, who is able to communicate well and enjoys being part of a team.

**Desired Skills**:

- Knowledge of the waste/recycling industry
- Experience of RDF baling and wrapping
- Basic mechanical knowledge
- FLT licences/experience
- IOSH working safely.

**About Company**:
Levenseat is a leading resource management companies providing recycling, energy recovery and waste management services to both Local Authority and Commercial customers. Set to manage 750,000 tonnes of recyclates and resources per year, we are committed to developing new solutions to recover the best resources and provide customers with environmental and economic solutions.

Levenseat has achieved tremendous growth in the last couple of years and we are very proud of the company we have grown into. We are an industry leader in the field of resource management, and we are very clear on the role we expect to play in continuing to lead the way.

We also play a key role in educating communities, businesses and councils on the value of resource and the part they can play to reduce waste and embrace the principles of a circular economy. There is a shift in attitudes towards waste and recycling and there has never been a more exciting time to be part of the industry. With a strong work ethos and collaborative environment, we are looking for proactive and focused people to join an expanding team.

**Essential Requirements**:
Full training will be given; however we are looking for a team player who has an awareness of health and safety in the workplace, who is able to communicate well and enjoys being part of a team.