Operate Hogger and hog up all unusable paper and corrugated scrap. * Maintain accurate bale reports. * Record accurate waste data and fill out daily waste documents. * Maintain inventories of bale ...
Operate Hogger and hog up all unusable paper and corrugated scrap. * Maintain accurate bale reports. * Record accurate waste data and fill out daily waste documents. * Maintain inventories of bale ...
Baler Operator
San Antonio, TX · On-site
$13.50 - $17/hr
The primary function of the Baler Operator is to operate the hogger by hogging up all unusable scrap/sheets in neat bales and delivering the bales to the appropriate storage area. Primary Duties • ...
Baler Operator
San Antonio, TX · On-site
$13.50 - $17/hr
The primary function of the Baler Operator is to operate the hogger by hogging up all unusable scrap/sheets in neat bales and delivering the bales to the appropriate storage area. Primary Duties • ...
Rotary Cutter Foreman
Woodstock, GA · On-site
Drive and manage a company brush hogger. * Adhere to Company Safety Standards and promote a safety culture among crew members. * Perform site clean-up after the job assignment is complete. Required ...
Rotary Cutter Foreman
Woodstock, GA · On-site
Drive and manage a company brush hogger. * Adhere to Company Safety Standards and promote a safety culture among crew members. * Perform site clean-up after the job assignment is complete. Required ...
Baler Operator 2nd Shift
Park City, KS · On-site
$500/day
Operate Hogger and hog up all unusable paper and corrugated scrap. * Maintain accurate bale reports. * Record accurate waste data and fill out daily waste documents. * Maintain inventories of bale ...
Baler Operator 2nd Shift
Park City, KS · On-site
$500/day
Operate Hogger and hog up all unusable paper and corrugated scrap. * Maintain accurate bale reports. * Record accurate waste data and fill out daily waste documents. * Maintain inventories of bale ...
Production Helper III - US
Ontario, CA · On-site
$21.74/hr
Operate Hogger /Shredder/Unitizer daily as directed by Supervisor. * Maintain good housekeeping practices. * Occasionally operate Power Industrial Truck, with various attachments safely while ...
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Production Helper III - US
Ontario, CA · On-site
$21.74/hr
Operate Hogger /Shredder/Unitizer daily as directed by Supervisor. * Maintain good housekeeping practices. * Occasionally operate Power Industrial Truck, with various attachments safely while ...
Feeder\/Finishing Packer - US
Tulare, CA · On-site
$19 - $26.60/hr
... hogger not trash. The Forming Packer Inspector is to adhere to all Smurfit Westrock policies and procedures and will follow the cleaning and sanitation practices, be aware of Pest Management ...
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Feeder\/Finishing Packer - US
Tulare, CA · On-site
$19 - $26.60/hr
... hogger not trash. The Forming Packer Inspector is to adhere to all Smurfit Westrock policies and procedures and will follow the cleaning and sanitation practices, be aware of Pest Management ...
Baler Operator 3rd Shift
Park City, KS · On-site
$500/day
Operate hogger and hog up all unusable paper and corrugated scrap. * Maintain accurate bale reports. * Maintain inventories of baling wire, wax and no wax tags, and scrap bales. * Operate a forklift ...
Baler Operator 3rd Shift
Park City, KS · On-site
$500/day
Operate hogger and hog up all unusable paper and corrugated scrap. * Maintain accurate bale reports. * Maintain inventories of baling wire, wax and no wax tags, and scrap bales. * Operate a forklift ...
Baler Operator 3rd Shift
Park City, KS · On-site
$500/day
Operate hogger and hog up all unusable paper and corrugated scrap. * Maintain accurate bale reports. * Maintain inventories of baling wire, wax and no wax tags, and scrap bales. * Operate a forklift ...
Baler Operator 3rd Shift
Park City, KS · On-site
$500/day
Operate hogger and hog up all unusable paper and corrugated scrap. * Maintain accurate bale reports. * Maintain inventories of baling wire, wax and no wax tags, and scrap bales. * Operate a forklift ...
Running hogger * Sorting cartons for defects * Assists operator on gluer * Keeps daily time and materials usage reports and records information in SAP and RF Gen * Participate in Preventative ...
Running hogger * Sorting cartons for defects * Assists operator on gluer * Keeps daily time and materials usage reports and records information in SAP and RF Gen * Participate in Preventative ...
Brings corrugated and roll wrap waste to shredder (hogger) and feed it into machine. * Monitors the baler compactor and restocks it with wire when needed. * Removes completed bales of waste from out ...
Brings corrugated and roll wrap waste to shredder (hogger) and feed it into machine. * Monitors the baler compactor and restocks it with wire when needed. * Removes completed bales of waste from out ...
Operate hogger and hog up all unusable paper and corrugated scrap. Maintain accurate bale reports. Maintain inventories of baling wire, wax and no wax tags, and scrap bales. Operate a forklift in a ...
Operate hogger and hog up all unusable paper and corrugated scrap. Maintain accurate bale reports. Maintain inventories of baling wire, wax and no wax tags, and scrap bales. Operate a forklift in a ...
2nd Shift Corrugator Baler Operator
Griffin, GA · On-site
$13.25 - $16.50/hr
... hogger; 1.5 - obtaining waste loads from production areas as directed; 1.6 - maintaining a clean and organized baler room; 1.7 - loading seconds and other non-shredded waste into trucks for shipment ...
2nd Shift Corrugator Baler Operator
Griffin, GA · On-site
$13.25 - $16.50/hr
... hogger; 1.5 - obtaining waste loads from production areas as directed; 1.6 - maintaining a clean and organized baler room; 1.7 - loading seconds and other non-shredded waste into trucks for shipment ...
Process Technician
Cedar Hill, TX · On-site
Day tanks & pits cleaned. * Assist with Hogger responsibilities. * Will be required to rotate shifts to assist in training or production. * Management may assign additional duties. EDUCATION AND/OR ...
Process Technician
Cedar Hill, TX · On-site
Day tanks & pits cleaned. * Assist with Hogger responsibilities. * Will be required to rotate shifts to assist in training or production. * Management may assign additional duties. EDUCATION AND/OR ...
Baler Operator 3rd Shift
Carrollton, TX · On-site
$25.52/hr
Brings corrugated and roll wrap waste to shredder (hogger) and feed it into machine. * Monitors the baler compactor and restocks it with wire when needed. * Removes completed bales of waste from out ...
Baler Operator 3rd Shift
Carrollton, TX · On-site
$25.52/hr
Brings corrugated and roll wrap waste to shredder (hogger) and feed it into machine. * Monitors the baler compactor and restocks it with wire when needed. * Removes completed bales of waste from out ...
Day tanks & pits cleaned. * Assist with Hogger responsibilities. * Will be required to rotate shifts to assist in training or production. * Management may assign additional duties. EDUCATION AND/OR ...
Day tanks & pits cleaned. * Assist with Hogger responsibilities. * Will be required to rotate shifts to assist in training or production. * Management may assign additional duties. EDUCATION AND/OR ...
Hogger information
What are some common physical and safety challenges faced by Hoggers, and how can they be managed on the job?
What is the difference between Hogger vs Equipment Operator?
| Aspect | Hogger | Equipment Operator |
|---|---|---|
| Credentials | Typically requires OSHA safety training, possibly a CDL for certain roles | Requires OSHA safety training, CDL often preferred |
| Work Environment | Construction sites, logging, or forestry environments | Construction sites, mining, or industrial settings |
| Job Duties | Operating heavy machinery like hoggers or grinders to process materials | Operating various heavy equipment such as bulldozers, excavators |
| Industry Usage | Common in forestry, logging, and construction | Widespread across construction, mining, and industrial sectors |
Hoggers and Equipment Operators both require safety training and often a CDL. While hoggers focus on operating machinery like grinders in forestry or construction, equipment operators handle a broader range of heavy machinery across various industries. Both roles are essential for site operations but differ in specific duties and equipment used.
What are hoggers and what do they do?
What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Hogger (Locomotive Engineer), and why are they important?

$500/day
Full-time
Life, Retirement, PTO
Posted 19 days ago
Pratt Industries rating
7.5
Based on 103 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
38th of 110 rated packaging manufacturers
Job description
Entry level position starting at $19.50 per hour plus shift differential.
Baler Operator
Shift: 2nd (2pm-10pm)
Job type: Full time
Benefits:
- Day one: Paid Holidays, $500 wellness reimbursement, steel toe shoe reimbursement, discounted gym memberships and $500 employee referral bonuses.
- Full benefits package within ONE MONTH of hire. Including company paid life insurance.
- Three months: 401(k) with company matching and enrollment into attendance bonus program earning up to $1000 per year in bonuses.
- Six months: Paid time off.
- 12 months: $35,000 in tuition reimbursement and PAID childbearing leave/parenting leave.
- Career Growth and opportunities for promotions. We hire from within!
- Competitive Salary - we pay for skills. The more you learn the more you earn.
Summary:
Responsible for all activities associated with safely running the Hogger, Baler & Slitter machines including operation, cleanup, and recommending improvements to operations.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Make good, neat bales.
- Operate Hogger and hog up all unusable paper and corrugated scrap.
- Maintain accurate bale reports.
- Record accurate waste data and fill out daily waste documents.
- Maintain inventories of bale wire, dunnage and scrap bales.
- Operate a forklift in a safe manner.
- Load trailers and complete Straight Bill of Ladings.
- Turn in maintenance work orders to supervision for needed repairs. Be proactive in the maintenance of equipment.
- Assist with Sustainability Initiatives.
- Operate Slitter to cut waste sheets to usable sizes.
- Additional duties may be assigned by management.
Education/Experience:
High school or equivalent (Required)
Mathematical Skills
Able to read a tape measure with speed and accuracy. Able to calculate figures and amounts such as percentages, measurement, volume and rate. Able to apply concepts of high school math.
Reasoning Ability
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or graphic form. Ability to deal with problems involving one or more concrete variables in standardized situations.
Technical Skills
- The individual must have a working knowledge of the following:
- Equipment design and capabilities that can be translated into efficient operation.
- Product layouts and production specifications
- Product quality specifications
- Quality standards
Certificates:
May be required to maintain a current Lift Truck Operator License.
Language Skills:
Able to read and follow instructions on factory masters.
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the functions of this job.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 60 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.
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