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Harris American
Production Baler Testing Technician
Harris American· Production
About this role
We are seeking a hands-on Baler Testing Technician to join our production and quality control team. You will be responsible for the final testing, calibration, and troubleshooting of our heavy-duty mechanical recycling balers. Your primary focus will be ensuring every machine's hydraulic and electrical systems meet strict performance and safety standards before shipping to customers.
- System Testing: Conduct operational and diagnostic tests on newly assembled horizontal balers, verifying compression force, cycle times, and structural integrity.
- Hydraulics Expertise: Test, tune, and troubleshoot complex hydraulic systems. Inspect and calibrate cylinders, high-pressure pumps, valves, and hoses for optimal fluid power.
- Electrical Troubleshooting: Read and interpret electrical schematics. Test control panels, motors, limit switches, and safety interlock systems using multimeters and diagnostic tools.
- Quality Assurance: Identify defects, leaks, or performance bottlenecks. Execute necessary adjustments, rebuilds, or replacements according to manufacturer specifications.
- Documentation: Maintain accurate, detailed testing logs and inspection records for each machine.
- Safety Compliance: Ensure all machinery testing adheres to workplace safety practices, including proper Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures
- Education: Technical/Vocational certification in Hydraulics, Industrial Maintenance, or Electrical Engineering (Associate’s degree strongly preferred but not required).
- Experience: 2–5 years of hands-on experience troubleshooting, testing, or repairing industrial machinery (specifically balers, compactors, or similar recycling equipment is a major asset).
- Technical Skills: Advanced understanding of electro-hydraulic controls and fluid power principles.
- Problem-Solving: Ability to read/interpret complex hydraulic and electrical schematics.
- Physical Demands: Must be able to frequently stand, bend, and lift heavy components (up to 50-75 lbs).
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This Production Baler Testing Technician role at Harris American is based in Bellevue, Ohio, United States. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
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This Production Baler Testing Technician position at Harris American was posted on Jun 23, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Production Baler Testing Technician
Harris American
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