Scale Clerk

Cleveland-Cliffs; Inkster (MI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Education assistance

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Job summary

Cleveland-Cliffs is seeking a Scale Clerk for the Inkster, MI site. The role involves weighing vehicles, inspecting loads, and directing shipments while maintaining accurate records.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, basic math and data entry skills, and good communication. Experience in scrap industries is a plus, with training and PPE provided on site.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; 18+ years old.
• Experience in scrap industry preferred.
• Basic math and data entry skills; familiarity with computer systems.

Responsibilities

• Weigh inbound/outbound vehicles and inspect loads for accuracy.
• Direct vehicles to unloading areas and document materials and grades.
• Enter grades and weights into the inventory system and maintain records.

Skills

Basic math

Data entry

Microsoft Office

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Location: Inkster, MI

Ferrous Processing and Trading (FPT) is one of North America’s premier processors, buyers, sellers and recyclers of scrap metals of all kinds and is a key supplier to the metals industry of North America. FPT is a wholly‑owned business of Cleveland-Cliffs has an immediate opportunity for a Scale Clerk at the Inkster, MI location. The Scale Clerk is responsible for weighing all inbound and outbound vehicles, inspecting loose loads, directing them to proper unloading areas, and assisting in the details of purchases.

Summary Of Responsibilities

• Ensure adherence to safety standards including use of required personal protective equipment (PPE), remove hazards as identified, and maintain cleanliness of the site.
• Accurately inspect all materials ensuring correct weights, materials description, and grade for all inbound and outbound loads.
• Determine the grade of the material, enter it into the inventory system, and direct to proper location.
• Operate & maintain mobile equipment including but not limited to forklifts, skid steers.
• Provide day-to-day training and guidance to develop our team to its fullest potential
• Answer customer questions about materials, pricing and procedures.
• Maintain records as required.
• Research, compare, and evaluate local markets.
• Manage, arrange, and schedule pickups and deliveries with carriers.
• Assist with processing as needed, periodically operate & maintain equipment
• Maintain scale house and keep grounds organized
• Operate scale computer, applying correct material and inventory codes.
• Prepare proper paperwork for shipments
• Communicate effectively with transportation, customers, management, and yard employees
• Interacts with customers or drivers to direct or assist them
• Insure quality of inbound and outbound materials

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED and must be at least 18 years of age.
• Experience in scrap industry preferred
• Computer experience with Microsoft Office preferred
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Basic math and data entry skills
• Ability to establish priorities and manage multiple tasks at once.
• Ability to maintain accurate records
• Ability to follow oral and written communication
• Ability to climb ladders or steps to reach objects
• Work cooperatively with other employees and the public
• Must be able to work in an environment where routinely exposed to dust, dirt, vibrations, extreme climate and changes in weather.
• Pre-Employment background, physical, and hair drug screen required

Ferrous Processing and Trading is a subsidiary of Cleveland-Cliffs Inc., the largest flat-rolled steel company and the largest iron ore pellet producer in North America. Cleveland-Cliffs is vertically integrated from mined raw materials, direct reduced iron, and ferrous scrap to primary steelmaking and downstream finishing, stamping, tooling, and tubing. We offer an excellent total compensation package including competitive pay opportunities, health insurance, retirement plan, education assistance, paid time off, and more.

Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to [e-mail] or call 1-[phone] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. is an equal opportunity employer – M/F/Veteran/Disability. We are a drug-free workplace and conduct pre-employment screening as a condition of employment.