Scale Operator: Recycling Materials & Cash Transactions

Sims Limited; Newark, Northern (NJ, KY); Hybrid; USD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Sims Limited in Newark, NJ seeks a Scale Operator to monitor truck and non-ferrous scales in a recycling facility. You will verify material descriptions, weights, and documentation for loads, process cash transactions, and maintain records per company procedures.

Responsibilities include operating scales safely, inspecting materials, entering transactions, and ensuring accurate tickets. Strong customer service, attention to detail, and ability to work in a fast-paced, outdoor/office environment

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Business or 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Customer service

Data entry

Attention to detail

Verbal communication

Written communication

Multi-tasking

Basic computer skills

Office & outdoor work

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Business or related field

Equivalent work experience

Tools

Inventory management system

Cash handling system

Job description

Sims Limited in Newark, NJ seeks a Scale Operator to monitor truck and non-ferrous scales in a recycling facility. You will verify material descriptions, weights, and documentation for loads, process cash transactions, and maintain records per company procedures.

Responsibilities include operating scales safely, inspecting materials, entering transactions, and ensuring accurate tickets. Strong customer service, attention to detail, and ability to work in a fast-paced, outdoor/office environment