Scale Operator - Fast-Paced Recycling & Cash Handling

Sims Metal; Newark (NJ); Presencial; USD 25 000 - 33 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Sims Metal is seeking a Scale Operator to manage truck and non-ferrous scales at a recycling facility. You will verify weights, materials, and pricing, process cash transactions, and maintain precise records while delivering excellent customer service.

The role requires high school diploma or GED, with preferred associate/bachelor’s in business or related field, and comfort working both indoors and outdoors in a fast-paced environment. Strong attention to detail is essential.

Qualificações

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) required.
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Business or a related field preferred, or equivalent work experience.
• Ability to work in both office and outdoor environments.
• Strong customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to learn and identify different grades and types of recyclable materials, including scrap metals.
• Basic computer proficiency, including data entry and inventory systems.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities.

Responsabilidades

• Operate truck scales and non-ferrous scales in a safe and efficient manner.
• Accurately inspect, classify, and purchase recyclable materials, ensuring correct weights, material descriptions, and grades for all inbound and outbound loads.
• Determine material upgrades and enter transactions into the inventory management system.
• Verify all scale tickets for accuracy, including customer information, material type, weight, and pricing.
• Process cash, credit card, and other payment transactions while maintaining accurate cash records and balances.
• Issue receipts and maintain documentation for all transactions.
• Prepare and maintain daily transaction reports and related records.
• Assist with the sorting, grading, and processing of recyclable materials as needed.
• Communicate effectively with yard personnel using radios, telephones, or other communication devices to support efficient operations.
• Maintain accurate inventory and transaction records.
• Provide courteous and professional customer service to customers, drivers, vendors, and visitors.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the scale house, work areas, and surrounding yard.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Conhecimentos

Cash handling

Customer service

Data entry

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Formação académica

High School Diploma or GED

Associate/Bachelor's degree preferred

Ferramentas

Inventory systems

Data entry software

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Sims Metal is seeking a Scale Operator to manage truck and non-ferrous scales at a recycling facility. You will verify weights, materials, and pricing, process cash transactions, and maintain precise records while delivering excellent customer service.

The role requires high school diploma or GED, with preferred associate/bachelor’s in business or related field, and comfort working both indoors and outdoors in a fast-paced environment. Strong attention to detail is essential.