Scale Operator

Casella Waste Systems, Inc; Hamburg (Berks County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401K

Tuition Assistance

Job summary

Casella Waste Systems, Inc. is seeking a Scale Operator to weigh inbound and outbound materials, ensuring loading matches the hauler release number. The role emphasizes accurate record-keeping, safety, and strong customer service.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma and 1–3 years of related experience, with the ability to work well in a team and in a US-based facility. Starting pay is competitive and future advancement opportunities exist.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• 1–3 years of related industrial experience preferred.
• Legal eligibility to work in the US.

Responsibilities

• Operate scale to weigh inbound/outbound materials and verify loading against release numbers.
• Provide excellent customer service and communicate with drivers, staff, and customers.
• Maintain accurate scale operations and records for reporting.
• Coordinate loading/unloading and move machinery in a busy environment.
• Interface with drivers/haulers to oversee proper job functions.
• Participate in training and company-learning opportunities.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Organization

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Position Summary

The Scale Operator, the face of the facility, is responsible for weighing inbound and outbound materials at the facility, processing outbound Bill of Ladingsand ensuring that material is being loaded into the vehicle correlates with the release number provided by the hauler.

Starting rate $18-$20 per hour with future advancement.

Key Responsibilities

• Followsall companystandards procedures, policiesand complies with permitted regulations to maintain a safe, secure, and healthy work environment.
• Provides excellent customer service and communicates effectively with drivers, staff, and customers.
• Maintainsaccurate scale operations and recordsto ensure factual reporting.
• Communicateseffectively with drivers, customers, and staffto provide efficientservice.
• Assistscustomers by providing excellent customer serviceto ensure valued and strong customer relations.
• Coordinatesthe loading and unloading of all materials cominginto the facility,machine actions with other activities, positioning or moving loads and machinery within a busy environment.
• Interfaces with company drivers, outside haulers, and 3rd party vehicles to oversee accurate and appropriate job functions.
• Participates in training and other learning opportunities to expand knowledge of the company, products, sales, and services and performs any other duties needed to help drive our vision, fulfill our mission, and/or abide by our core values.

Education, Experience & Qualifications

The successful candidate will have a high school diploma, 1-3 years of related industrial experience, a demonstrated ability to work as part of a team in a collaborative environment and be legally eligible to work in the US. Experience or interest in an environmental and/or sustainability field is preferred.

Outstanding relationship management skills, excellent listening, communication, and problem-solving skills are needed. Excellent organizational skills and a positive and professional mind-set are expected.

Attributes

Self-sufficient, team-oriented individualwith a strong work ethic, attentive, and results-orientedand is open to personal and professional training and development.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Disability Insurance, Maternity & Parental Leave, Flexible Spending Accounts, Discounted Stock Program, 401K, Employee Awards, Employee Assistance Plan, Wellness Incentive, Tuition Assistance, Career Pathways, and More.