Scale Operator

Steel Technologies LLC; Portage (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision after 60+ 

401(k) after 60 days

Paid Time Off after 90 days

Paid Holidays from day one

Education Assistance up to 100%

Job summary

Steel Technologies LLC is seeking a 2nd shift Scale Operator responsible for accurately tagging finished goods, weighing and recording measurements to ensure correct packaging and timely shipment. You will supervise packing flow to scales, enter data into the AS 400 system, and verify tags against sales orders to maintain inventory integrity and order accuracy.

A high school diploma or GED is preferred, with at least one year in manufacturing, plus basic computer skills and the ability to lift

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with at least one year of industrial or manufacturing experience is preferred.
• Ability to follow all order instructions and complete documentation.
• Proficiency in basic computer skills, ability to accurately track and input data in AS 400 system.
• Ability to use tape measures, micrometers, and calipers.
• Regularly lift and/or move up to 75 pounds as needed.

Responsibilities

• Instruct and assist pack-line on proper packing instructions according to sales order
• Instruct flow of packaged material to scales
• Inspect packages to ensure proper material, size, identification, packaging, sample if required, and weight
• Weigh package and enter into AS 400 system, generate tag and document on order ensuring accuracy of entry and documentation
• Compare tag to sales order to ensure accuracy and full information
• Balance production at end of order
• Document and breakdown production as required
• Account for all material and production flow to office at completion
• Control flow to and from scales to storage
• Perform routine inventory of tagging and packaging supplies
• Check scales daily for accuracy

Skills

Attention to detail

Instruction following

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

AS 400 system

Tape measures

Micrometers

Calipers

Job description

As a 2nd shift Scale Operator at Steel Technologies, you are responsible for accurately tagging finished goods that have been packaged and are ready for shipment. Strong attention to detail is imperative to this role as it is up to you to ensure finished goods are appropriately packaged, weighed, measured and recorded. You’ll be responsible for helping Steel Technologies succeed by preparing items for shipment to our customers and ensuring their expectations are met. Essentially, you play a big part in getting the finished material into the right hands at the right time, the right way.

How you’ll contribute to our company:

• Instruct and assist pack-line on proper packing instructions according to sales order
• Instruct flow of packaged material to scales
• Inspect packages to ensure proper material, size, identification, packaging, sample if required, and weight
• Weigh package and enter into AS 400 system, generate tag and document on order ensuring accuracy of entry and documentation
• Compare tag to sales order to ensure accuracy and full information
• Balance production at end of order
• Document and breakdown production as required
• Account for all material and production flow to office at completion
• Control flow to and from scales to storage
• Perform routine inventory of tagging and packaging supplies
• Check scales daily for accuracy

Here’s what we can offer:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision after 60 days of employment
• MDLive telehealth visits free for members on STTX medical plan
• Competitive Wellness Program, providing up to 100% discount on medical premiums
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Supplemental Accident Insurance through Allstate for additional coverage on accidents + cancer
• Employer-Paid Life Insurance
• 401(k) after 60 days of employment + competitive match after one year
• Paid Time Off starting after 90 days of employment
• Paid Holidays starting day one!
• Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account
• Great discount programs in automotive, technology, and more
• Boot and Glasses Allowance after 60 days of employment
• Free uniforms after 60 days of employment
• Monthly Incentive Bonus after one full month of employment
• Education Assistance is available for job related courses to further your education, with up to 100% paid tuition for maintenance-related coursework and certifications
• Teammate Assistance Program (TAP) which offers professional assistance for Counseling, Financial, Legal, and Family services

Here’s what is needed to be successful:

• A high school diploma or GED with at least one year of industrial or manufacturing experience is preferred
• Ability to follow all order instructions and complete documentation
• Proficiency in basic computer skills, ability to accurately track and input data in AS 400 system
• Ability to use tape measures, micrometers, and calipers
• Ability to regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds

Steel Technologies is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to any classification protected by federal, state and/or local law.

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