The IP Baler Operators’ primary role is to operate the paper shredder/baler for recycling purposes. Recycling balers are used to compact paper into blocks which can easily be stacked and transported. In addition, they perform a variety of maintenance tasks in the Industrial Park facility as directed by the IP Production Manager.

The successful candidate will work on 3 consecutive night shift as follows:
Early Week Night (EWN) Shift: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, 6 PM to 6 AM

Friesens Corporation offers a Comprehensive Benefits Package and Employee ownership Trust distributions.

Job Requirements:

• High School Diploma/GED/Mature Student Diploma
• Machine operation experience
• Basic machine troubleshooting and maintenance experience
• Experience operating a forklift
• Effective English use and comprehension
• Essential Math skills (Metric and Imperial measurements, problem-solving, conversion charts, etc)
• Effective use of production-related documents to accomplish job tasks
• Ability to detect, isolate, and identify irregularities and malfunctions in machinery, equipment, product
• Demonstrated organization, prioritizing, time and stress management skills
• Able to operate required equipment and use small tools in a safe and responsible manner
• Continuous learning/improvement mindset
• Must be able to work in a team-oriented environment while demonstrating self-management capabilities
• Able to deal with people diplomatically and professionally at all times
• Excellent manual dexterity
• Willingness to work overtime as needed
• Ability to work 12-hour shifts
• Must be willing to work at all Friesens facilities as needed

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Work and communicate effectively with the Production Manager and co workers
• Ensure the safe, efficient operation, cleaning of and running adjustments of the paper shredder and automatic baler while on shift
• Follow all workplace safety polices and compliance regulations
• Perform routine housekeeping and maintenance tasks as it relates to the workspace and equipment operated/used
• Other duties include but are not limited to the completion of the following tasks as assigned by the Production Manager and according to the schedule:
• • Collect production paper waste from all departments
  • Operate forklift for the purpose of stacking bales, loading trailers, moving refuse drums/barrels
  • Clean recycling and garbage barrels and bins
  • Maintain adequate stock levels of cleaning supplies and baler supplies
  • Sweeping, and vacuuming floors in baler room as required
  • Clean, sweep, and salt sidewalks, snow removal in winter
  • Practice daily maintenance of batteries for electric material handling equipment
  • Other duties as assigned by the Production Manager

Deadline for submission is June 10th, 2026

Licences & Certifications

Preferred

• Class2: Easi-Reach Truck