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Baler Operator

International Paper • English: C1 • Paper & Pulp Manufacturing • Packaging & Labeling • 2 days ago

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≈ $38k – $87k per year (Estimated)

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In office (Columbia)

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H-1B filings in 12 months: 18 · green card filings: 3

Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 24, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 22, 2026. International Paper scores A on the Alion truth index.

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International Paper

International Paper is a US maker of corrugated packaging, containerboard and pulp headquartered in Memphis, Tennessee, and listed on the New York Stock Exchange. Founded in 1898, it runs box plants, paper mills and recycling facilities in North America, Europe, North Africa and Latin America, and after acquiring DS Smith in 2025 it reported more than 65,000 employees in over 30 countries with an EMEA base in London. It hires maintenance mechanics and electricians, production and shipping supervisors, machine operators, HSE managers, reliability engineers, sales representatives and finance analysts for its mills and converting plants.

internationalpaper.com • HQ: Memphis, United States • Paper & Pulp Manufacturing • Packaging & Labeling • 1001-5000 employees • Est. 1898

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Position Title:Baler Operator

Pay Rate: $21.37

Category/Shift: 2nd and 3rd Shift

Hourly Full-Time /3pm-11pm and 11pm-7am

Physical Location:128 Crews Drive, Columbia SC 29210

The Job You Will Perform:

Complete pre-start loader maintenance inspection report
Responsible for feeding paper to baler conveyor (all facets of loading the baler)
Operate balers according to brand specifications
Load the baler utilizing forklift
Record grade, percentage of waste in compactor dumped material
Monitor paper feed line
Monitor wire condition and feed
Monitor bales for wiring, grade, quality and weight
Record maintenance activity on equipment
Record baler downtime
Assist with daily weekly monthly PMs for baler and feed conveyors
Operate shredder and follow all NAID requirements for document destruction
Ensure driveway/loading dock is free of material
Keep paper/plastic from accumulating around property fence line
Prevent loose paper from accumulating around baler
Remove material build-up
Assist with pushing material into baler as needed
Communicate with Supervisor - maintenance issues, downtime, production issues
Maintain a safe and clean work environment according to plant housekeeping standards
Attend and participate in plant safety and townhall meetings
Manage controllable costs through proper equipment, tool and consumable usage
Report any safety or maintenance concerns
Adhere to Plant policies and guidelines
Other duties may be assigned

The Skills You Will Bring:

Must be 18 years of age
Must be authorized to work in the United States
Ability to work any shift as needed
Ability to work overtime as needed
Ability to read, write and speak English fluently
Alertness, visual ability, and good communication skills
On-the-job success in safety, attendance & quality of work expected
Ability to safely replace wire spools
Ability to be trained on safe baler operation, including Lock-out, Tag out procedures
Ability to operate a Baler and Forklift