Non Ferrous Scale Operator/Warehouse Worker

EMR Group; Friendly (MD); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plans with company match

Employee assistance program

Job summary

EMR Group is seeking a Non Ferrous Scale Operator/Warehouse Worker in Friendly, Maryland, responsible for accurately weighing, grading, and documenting incoming and outgoing scrap metal materials. You will assist customers, manage transactions using scale systems, and ensure compliance with safety standards.

The ideal candidate should possess strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment. EMR Group offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and organizational skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Accurately weigh and grade incoming and outgoing scrap metal materials.
• Greet and assist customers with material verification.
• Create accurate, compliant tickets for transactions.

Skills

Attention to detail

Excellent communication skills

Customer-focused demeanor

Ability to multitask

Problem-solving abilities

Tools

Computer systems

Weighmaster software

Job description

Non Ferrous Scale Operator/Warehouse Worker

Westbank, 50 LaBauve, Westwego, Louisiana, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Friday, June 12, 2026 at 6:00 AM

EMR offers our team a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans with company match, wellbeing benefits, employee assistance program and more. Join us and be a part of a team that puts people first!

Summary

The Scale Operator / Weighmaster is responsible for accurately weighing, grading, and recording all incoming and outgoing scrap metal materials. This role operates scale and computer systems, ensures proper documentation of transactions, provides clear direction to customers and drivers, and supports site safety and inventory control. Strong customer service, attention to detail, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment are essential.

• Greet and assist customers while providing guidance on material verification, sorting, and disposal procedures.
• Weigh and ticket incoming and outgoing loads using automated or Weighmaster software systems.
• Create accurate, timely, and compliant tickets for all transactions.
• Properly grade incoming materials and monitor loads for quality assurance and acceptable commodities.
• Direct vehicle and foot traffic on and off the scale to maintain safe and efficient flow.
• Process inspection tickets and support inventory control procedures.
• Retrieve, review, and manage data using computer systems and software.
• Monitor and maintain the radiation detection system.
• Communicate with yard staff regarding incoming and outgoing materials.
• Report load discrepancies or quality issues to the Site or Depot Manager.
• Stay current with industry trends, site procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Skills / Abilities

• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and organizational skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Friendly, professional, and customer-focused demeanor.
• Ability to direct traffic safely and multitask effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively with yard and site personnel.
• Solid problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities.
• Proficiency with computers and basic office software; experience with scale systems preferred.
• Willingness to learn and ability to retain instructions.
• Knowledge of scrap metal commodities and relevant regulations helpful.

EMR USA Metal Recycling provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.