Scale Operator

Emr-USA-Metal-Recyclin; Sharon Hill (Delaware County); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On the job training

Career advancement

Paid time off

9 paid company holidays

Medical, dental, FREE vision and life

EAP

HSA and FSA with employer contribution

401(k) with company match

Job summary

EMR USA Metal Recycling is seeking a Scale Operator/Weighmaster to accurately weigh, grade, and record incoming and outgoing scrap metal materials. This outdoor role requires attention to detail and comfort working in a fast-paced environment.

You will greet customers, manage scale tickets, and ensure compliant transaction records. This full-time position offers on-the-job training, weekly pay, paid time off, company holidays, medical/dental/vision, life insurance, a 401(k) with company match,

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in customer service.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and customer service abilities.
• Comfortable multitasking in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic computer proficiency.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
• Willingness to learn and follow operational procedures.

Responsibilities

• Greet customers and assist with material verification, sorting, and disposal procedures.
• Weigh and ticket incoming/outgoing loads using scale systems and software.
• Create accurate and compliant transaction records.
• Grade incoming scrap materials and monitor load quality.
• Direct vehicle and foot traffic safely on and off the scale.
• Process inspection tickets and assist with inventory control.
• Maintain and monitor radiation detection systems.
• Communicate with yard staff regarding incoming and outgoing materials.
• Report discrepancies or quality concerns to management.
• Follow site safety procedures and industry regulations.

Skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

Communication

Problem solving

Teamwork

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Scale software

Job description

AbouttheOpportunity

As a Scale Operator/Weighmaster, you’ll play an important role in our daily operations by accurately weighing, grading, and recording incoming and outgoing scrap metal materials. This position is ideal for someone who is detail-oriented, customer-focused, and comfortable working in a fast-paced outdoor environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Greet customers and assist with material verification, sorting, and disposal procedures
• Weigh and ticket incoming/outgoing loads using scale systems and software
• Create accurate and compliant transaction records
• Grade incoming scrap materials and monitor load quality
• Direct vehicle and foot traffic safely on and off the scale
• Process inspection tickets and assist with inventory control
• Maintain and monitor radiation detection systems
• Communicate with yard staff regarding incoming and outgoing materials
• Report discrepancies or quality concerns to management
• Follow site safety procedures and industry regulations

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Minimum 1 year of experience in customer service
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Excellent communication and customer service abilities
• Comfortable multitasking in a fast-paced environment
• Basic computer proficiency
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Problem-solving and critical-thinking skills
• Willingness to learn and follow operational procedures

Preferred Qualifications

• Scrap metal, recycling, or industrial experience
• Scale software experience

Physical & Work Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 20 lbs
• Ability to stand for extended periods and perform repetitive tasksComfortable working indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Reliable transportation required - no exceptions
• Able to work weekends
• PPE required; work environment may include loud noise levels

Compensation and Benefits

• On the job training and career advancement
• Full time pay, year-round paid out weekly
• Paid time off and 9 paid company holidays
• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, FREE vision and life insurance, EAP
• HSA and FSA with employer contribution
• 401(k) with company match