Scale Operator

Emr-USA-Metal-Recyclin; Sharon Hill (Delaware County); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Company holidays

HSA/FSA

Career advancement

Job summary

Emr-USA-Metal-Recyclin is hiring a Scale Operator/Weighmaster to accurately weigh, grade, and record incoming and outgoing scrap metal materials. You will greet customers, verify materials, and create precise transaction records in a fast-paced outdoor setting.

Ideal candidates are detail-oriented, customer-focused and comfortable using scale software. The role requires teamwork, reliability, and adherence to safety procedures in a dynamic industrial yard.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• At least 1 year of customer service experience.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and customer service abilities.
• Able to multitask 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 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

Multitasking

Basic computer skills

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Scale software

Job description

About the Opportunity

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 tasks
• Comfortable 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