Bale Loader Operator

Benefits

Parental leave

Not verified

Non-birth-parent leave

Not verified

Family-building benefits

• Fertility benefits: Not verified
• Adoption assistance: Not verified
• Surrogacy assistance: Not verified

Mental health support

Not verified

Relocation assistance

Not verified

Childcare support

Not verified

Learning budget

Not verified

Verification

Not verified checked Jun 13, 2026

Salary

Not verified

401(k) match

Reported from DOL Form 5500 industry filing (not employer-specific)

Was this benefit information wrong? Tell us.

Market context

U.S. role benchmark (BLS OEWS)

$61,842 U.S. median for this role

Projected growth (BLS Employment Projections)

+1.9% - Slower

Matched to SOC 11-1021 - Operations aggregate by role bucket.

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS, May 2024 and Employment Projections, 2024-2034.

Role

Role function

Operations From the posting source

Seniority

Mid From the posting source

Schedule

Shift type

Not verified

Weekend work

Not verified

Company

Equity

Offered Verified - SEC 10-K source

Application

Cover letter

Not verified

Assessment

Not verified

Deadline

Not stated

Where they hire

State eligibility is not yet verified.

About this role

Bale Loader Operator Wahpeton, ND Location: Wahpeton, ND Business/Functional Unit: Doors/NA Residential - Components Compensation: $19.50/hour + $1.00/hour Shift Differential Shift: 2nd Shift Schedule: Monday - Friday, 3:00 PM - 11:30 PM (Non-Rotating) Purpose of the Role The Bale Loader Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient handling, loading, and movement of straw bales to support uninterrupted plant production. This role involves operating bale loaders and related equipment, maintaining material flow to conveyors, and ensuring housekeeping, safety, and equipment standards are met. The Bale Loader Operator plays a critical role in supporting production efficiency, material integrity, and overall plant safety. Reporting Structure Reports To: Shift Supervisor Collaborates With: Bale Breaker Operator, Fiber Prep Operator Key Responsibilities Load raw fiber onto or into conveyors to ensure uninterrupted production. Notify the Shift Supervisor of any excess dust leakage or emissions from the plant. Inform the Bale Breaker Operator which bale stacks are being utilized. Perform daily inspections on all bale loaders operated during the shift. Maintain cleanliness of loaders and ensure preventative maintenance is completed. Submit work orders for required repairs to loaders, equipment, or building areas. Complete incident or accident reports for any damage to equipment or facilities during the shift. Perform daily housekeeping tasks, including cleaning under conveyors and maintaining the straw yard. Lear

Read the full description at careers.owenscorning.com. FewerJobs shows a preview and links to the original posting.