Receiving Facility Scale Operator

Emterra Group; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental services company in Hamilton, Ontario is seeking a motivated individual for data entry and customer coordination. This role focuses on accurately processing purchase and sale tickets, collaborating with external and internal customers, and ensuring safety through mandatory PPE compliance. The ideal candidate should possess at least Grade 12 education, experience in data entry, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. Competitive wages and comprehensive health benefits are offered.

Benefits

Comprehensive health benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition reimbursement program

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a scale attendant is an asset.
• Experience in the waste management and recycling industry preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform data entry of each purchase and sale ticket in the computerized scale system.
• Work closely with customers to ensure receiving and shipping schedules are completed.
• Conduct all business in a safe manner and wear required PPE.

Skills

Effective communication

Data entry proficiency

Mathematical calculations

Multi-tasking

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Grade 12 or GED equivalency

Job-related post-secondary education

Tools

MS Office (Excel, Outlook)

Job description

Who We Are

Emterra Group is a dynamic, growth-oriented, and safety-focused group of companies. Organizations have been deemed to be an “essential service” by providing collection and processing for recycling, organics, and waste that keep our communities clean and safe. With customer service and safety as our focus, we are looking for an energetic and driven employee to support our growing company and play a crucial role in waste diversion and the circular economy. Emterra is proud to be recognized as one of Canada’s Greenest Employers, a certified diverse supplier of the Canadian Aboriginal and Minority Supplier Council (CAMSC) and the Canadian Women Business Enterprise National Council (WBE).

What will you do?

• Data entry of each purchase and sale ticket in the computerized scale system, which includes scaling inbound and outbound materials and directing drivers to the appropriate loading dock or tipping area
• Work closely with the external and internal customers to ensure receiving and shipping schedules are completed, and documentation are correct
• Must be able to communicate effectively and professionally via email and telephone
• Accurately perform routine data entry into a computer, make accurate basic mathematical calculations, and accurately post and keep legible records
• Ensures that customers and employees conduct all business in a safe manner and wear all required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
• General office duties including filing, fielding calls, and other duties as required
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned
• Reports to the plant supervisor and plant manager

What will you bring?

• Grade 12 or GED equivalency; job-related post-secondary education considered an asset
• Previous experience as a scale attendant is an asset
• Proficiency in using MS Office (Excel, Outlook)
• Ability to multi-task and shift priorities as necessary
• Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines
• Experience in the waste management and recycling industry preferred

Reasons to Apply, Stay and Grow with Emterra Group

• Opportunity to be part of one of Canada’s Greenest Employers!
• Competitive wages!
• Comprehensive health benefits (health, dental, and more depending on what you choose)!
• Employee Assistance Program, paid for by the company!
• Tuition reimbursement program and professional development support!
• Be part of an entrepreneurial organization that wants to continue to learn and grow!
• Ability to have an impact and make change!

Are you ready to jumpstart your career by joining one of Canada’s Greenest Employers and become part of the environmental solution? If so, apply now! We appreciate all applicants who apply however only those who are qualified, will be contacted.

Emterra Group is committed to maintaining an equitable, fair, and diverse environment. Any applicants who have a disability or require reasonable accommodation may speak directly with our Human Resources Department. Reasonable accommodations will be assessed on a case-by-case basis. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status.