Administrative Scale House Operator

Metalico-; Woodlawn (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Insurance

Medical & Dental

401(k) Match

Employee Referral Bonus

Paid Holidays

Paid Vacation & Sick Days

Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Safety Boot & Glasses Reimbursement

Job summary

Metalico seeks a Scale Operator to monitor scrap volumes and process inbound/outbound shipments. The role requires attention to detail and strong customer service skills, with work conducted indoors and outdoors in an industrial setting.

You will use ERP systems, verify prices, coordinate with loaders, and support clerical tasks. Weekday hours with Saturday shifts and a benefits package are included.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Strong attention to detail and dependable.
• Experience in customer service and basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate ERP systems to complete daily tasks.
• Scale trucks and customers in and out.
• Verify accounts and prices.
• Prepare documents for outbound shipments.
• Coordinate loading specifications with yard staff.
• Communicate with buyers and accounting about deductions.
• Provide clerical and administrative support as needed.
• Maintain effective communication via radio with yard staff.

Skills

Attention to detail

Customer service

Computer literacy

Team player

Multitasking

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Outlook

Job description

Summary

The Scale Operator is responsible for correctly and proficiently monitoring and recording scrap volumes entering and exiting the facility on the inbound and outbound scale. This position is customer-focused, fast-paced and requires general knowledge of scrap metal grades. The physical environment requires this position to be both indoors and outdoors.

Essential Job Functions

• Use computer systems (ERP) to complete daily tasks.
• Material purchase entries.
• Scaling trucks/customers in and out.
• Verify accounts/prices.
• Create documents for outbound shipments.
• Coordinate w/ loaders regarding weights and loading specifications for outbound shipments.
• Upload loading pictures and videos.
• Email customers weights and load documentation.
• Collect inspection ticket information and input data.
• Communicate w/ buyers and accounting staff regarding deductions or radiation holds.
• Production entries.
• Clerical and administrative support, including filing.
• Communicate with employees in the yard using a 2-way radio, over incoming/outgoing material and customers.
• Identify incoming and outgoing material – visual inspection.
• Answer incoming calls and emails pertaining to daily business to the best of your ability.
• Forward calls to management when necessary.
• Count cash when necessary.
• Back-up/fill-in for Cashier Windows of Metalico Buffalo locations (Skyway, Niagara, etc.)
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Strong attention to detail as well as an efficient, hardworking, and dependable attitude.
• Customer service experience.
• Computer aptitude (Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook).
• Ability to work with little or no supervision, is flexible and a team player.
• Detail Oriented.
• Ability to multi-task.

Work Environment

• Work in an office environment.
• Work at a desk/counter location for extended periods of time to perform normal daily tasks.
• Work may take place in an industrial environment, with noise, dust and fumes.
• Noise level in the work environment can be moderate at times, hearing protection is provided by the company at all times.

Work Hours

• Hours of Operation – Monday thru Friday 7:15AM – 4:30PM, Saturdays as scheduled.
• Schedule is subject to change.

Benefits

• Life Insurance - $25,000 (100% employer paid).
• Medical & Dental (70% employer paid).
• 401(k) - up to 2.5% employer match.
• Employee Referral - up to $1,000.
• 8.5 Paid Holidays.
• Paid Vacation, Paid Sick Days.
• Vision Insurance (Out of Pocket).
• Flexible Spending Account (Out of Pocket).
• Aflac Services (Out of Pocket).
• Safety Toe Boot & Safety Glasses Reimbursement annually.

Metalico is an Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to that individual's race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law.