Scale Operator

Manpower, Inc.; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

ManpowerGroup in Roanoke, VA is seeking a Scale Operator for a 6-8 week assignment to support scale house operations within the Admin team. The role emphasizes accuracy in weighing, data entry, and customer-focused communication.

Responsibilities include recording truck weights in TRUX, logging overnight/weekend vehicles, processing shipping paperwork, answering phones, and assisting with light office tasks. Reliable, punctual candidates with MS Office skills will excel.

Qualifications

• Prior office work and customer service experience required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and ability to learn scale software.
• High school diploma or equivalent; associate degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Record inbound and outbound truck weight and enter into TRUX using Weigh-it.
• Operate the scale daily and log weights for overnight/weekend vehicles.
• Ensure all shipping and receiving paperwork is accurate and entered into TRUX.
• Answer phones and assist customers professionally, coordinating scheduling as needed.
• Support general office operations, including light cleaning and reports to management.

Skills

Office experience

Customer service

Communication

Learn scale software

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree in office administration or related field (preferred)

Tools

MS Office

TRUX experience (Weigh-it)

Job description

Our client in the environmental services sectoris seeking a Scale Operator to join their team for a 6-8 week assignment. As a Scale Operator, you will be part of the Admin teamsupporting scale house operations. The ideal candidate will have strong attention to detail, dependable time management, and customer-focused communication which will align successfully in the organization.

Job Title: Scale Operator

Pay Range: $18-$20 per hour

Shift: 7:00 am to 4:30 pm, Monday to Friday and occasional Saturdays (6:00 am to 10:00 am)

What's the Job?

• Record inbound and outbound truck weight and related information into TRUX, using the scale software program “Weigh-it”.
• Operate the scale daily, including logging weights and entering overnight and weekend vehicles while keeping the night driver log available for night drivers.
• Ensure all shipping and receiving paperwork is completed accurately and entered into TRUX for payment or invoicing.
• Answer phones and assist customers professionally, supporting their needs and coordinating scheduling when required.
• Support general office operations, including light cleaning, office supply inventory management, sorting mail, and sending daily and monthly reports to management and customers.

What's Needed?

• Prior office work and customer service experience required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, strong interpersonal and customer service skills, and the ability to stay organized while meeting deadlines.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite or related software, plus comfort with learning scale software.
• High school diploma or equivalent required (associate degree in office administration or related field preferred).
• Reliability and punctuality, with a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation; must be able to lift 15 pounds at times.

What's in it for me?

• Assignment length of approximately 8 weeks to build your resume, skills and experience.
• Opportunity to learn and operate scale software and support shipping, receiving, and customer coordination.
• Hands‑on role working closely with Corporate Accounting and HR while supporting plant and general manager needs.
• Clear daily responsibilities that help you build consistency, accuracy, and professional communication skills.

About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of: Manpower, Experis and Talent Solutions.

Manpower® is a global leader in contingent staffing and permanent resourcing, providing companies with strategic and operational flexibility and creating talent at scale. Our specialized recruiting teams assess and guide talent into meaningful, sustainable employment, while our PowerSuite technology enables deeper insight and smarter matching, helping candidates find opportunities that align with their strengths, experience, and career goals.

In this constantly shifting world, our flexible workforce solutions provide companies with the business agility needed to succeed. Manpower is part of the ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN) family of brands, which also includes Experis and Talent Solutions. For more information about Manpower, follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook, X and Instagram.