Non-Ferrous Scrap Buyer & Inventory Specialist

Padnos; Muskegon (MI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

100% Tuition reimbursement for Team

75% Tuition Reimbursement for dependet

First Time Home Buying Assistance

401K Match and Profit Sharing

Performance Driven Bonuses

Job summary

PADNOS in Muskegon, MI seeks a Scrap Scale Associate to inspect, grade, and purchase non-ferrous materials while delivering a positive, customer-focused experience. You will weigh, inspect, sort materials, and record transactions in our system, supporting packing and shipping to fulfill sales orders.

The role requires ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment, reliable teamwork, and basic inventory control knowledge.

Qualifications

• Six months operating small equipment experience preferred.
• Good interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Accuracy in operation and attention to detail.
• Knowledge in inventory control.

Responsibilities

• Interact with customers regarding the purchase of their materials.
• Weigh and inspect all incoming non-ferrous customer scrap.
• Identify and sort materials, removing and/or upgrading when possible.
• Input and record transaction data in computer system.
• Operate hi-lo, loader and/or manual processing equipment as needed.
• Maintain the work area and equipment in a clean and orderly condition and follow prescribed safety regulations.
• Inventory and ship material as needed.

Skills

Equipment operation

Interpersonal skills

Multi-tasking

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Inventory control

Job description

PADNOS is a full-service recycling company handling paper, plastic, metals and electronic recycling. We tailor recycling programs for consumer and industrial clients throughout the United States. PADNOS was founded over a century ago and continues to transform the recycling industry. The company has thrived as a family business through four generations and has grown to be a market leader and best in class innovator.

Position Summary

The Scrap Scale Associate inspects, grades, and purchases non-ferrous materials while creating a positive, customer-focused experience for those delivering materials. This role records purchase transactions, maintains inventory records, and supports the team with packaging and shipping materials to fulfill sales orders.

Schedule

• Monday - Saturday (5-Day: Rotating Schedule)
• 1st Shift

Responsibilities

• Interact with customers regarding the purchase of their materials
• Weigh and inspect all incoming non-ferrous customer scrap
• Identify and sort materials, removing and/or upgrading when possible
• Input and record transaction data in computer system
• Operate hi-lo, loader and/or manual processing equipment as needed
• Maintain the work area and equipment in a clean and orderly condition and follow prescribed safety regulations
• Inventory and ship material as needed

Qualifications

• Six months operating small equipment experience preferred
• Good interpersonal and customer service skills
• Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Accuracy in operation and attention to detail
• Knowledge in inventory control

PADNOS has a rich history of taking care of ourTeamMembers, their families and the multiple communities we serve. We invest in ourTeamMembers and offer the following benefits:

• Competitive Wage
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• 100% Tuition reimbursement for Team Members
• 75% Tuition Reimbursement for dependents
• First Time Home Buying Assistance
• 401K Match and Profit Sharing
• Performance Driven Bonuses

Be a part of the green movement and join PADNOS today!

PADNOS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, weight, height, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, age, genetic medical information, protected veteran status, or disability status.