Non-Ferrous Scale Operator

American Iron and Metal; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Vacation

Comprehensive benefits

Overtime opportunities

Career growth and development support

Job summary

American Iron and Metal in Phoenix, Arizona, seeks a dedicated individual to accurately weigh and grade non-ferrous metals. Responsibilities include inspecting materials, operating forklifts, and providing excellent customer service in a dynamic work environment.

The ideal candidate has experience in scrap yard operations and demonstrates reliability, organization, and strong initiative. A competitive salary, overtime opportunities, and comprehensive benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• Experience in non-ferrous metals, scrap yard operations, or material grading.
• Experience with scale systems and/or forklift operation (preferred).
• Comfortable working outdoors in a fast-paced, hands-on environment.
• Strong customer service skills, confidence, and the ability to handle challenging situations.
• Reliable, organized, eager to learn, with strong initiative and common sense.

Responsibilities

• Weigh and grade non-ferrous metals accurately using scale systems.
• Inspect incoming materials and determine classification and value.
• Operate forklifts and direct the unloading of customer materials safely.
• Provide high-quality customer service and handle inquiries or concerns confidently.
• Organize yard inventory, including bins and material flow.
• Prepare and close daily operations, including cleanup and documentation.
• Communicate effectively with customers and team members.

Skills

Experience in non-ferrous metals

Customer service skills

Forklift operation

Ability to work outdoors

Job description

What we offer!

• A competitive salary, vacation, and comprehensive benefits
• Overtime opportunities and a stable full-time schedule (with occasional Saturdays)
• The tools, training, and support needed for career growth and development
• A dynamic, team-oriented, and rewarding work environment

What you’re responsible for:

• Weighing and grading non-ferrous metals accurately using scale systems
• Inspecting incoming materials and determining classification and value
• Operating forklifts and directing the unloading of customer materials safely
• Providing high-quality customer service and handling inquiries or concerns confidently
• Organizing yard inventory, including bins and material flow
• Preparing and closing daily operations, including cleanup and documentation
• Communicating effectively with customers and team members, including resolving issues when needed

Qualifications

• You have experience in non-ferrous metals, scrap yard operations, or material grading
• You have experience with scale systems and/or forklift operation (preferred)
• You are comfortable working outdoors in a fast‑paced, hands‑on environment
• You demonstrate strong customer service skills, confidence, and the ability to handle challenging situations
• You are reliable, organized, and eager to learn, with strong initiative and common sense