Scale Operator/Weighmaster

SA Recycling; East Point (AL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Medical plans with Dental, Vision, and

401k with Company Match

Weekly Pay

Referral Incentives

Uniforms and PPE

Safety and Profitability Bonuses

Job summary

SA Recycling seeks a dependable Weighmaster to weigh and grade inbound and outbound scrap loads, operate scales, and guide drivers to unloading areas. The role includes processing payments, maintaining records, and handling related documentation.

This position works indoors and outdoors in varying weather and requires adherence to safety standards. Typical schedule is Monday–Friday with Saturday hours.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Great customer service.
• 1+ years’ experience operating truck scales, preferably in a scrap metal or similar industry.
• Ability to develop and maintain cooperative relationships with customers and co-workers.
• Excellent phone etiquette and communication skills (verbal and written).
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment with good organizational and mathematical skills, basic negotiation, and multitasking.
• Intermediate understanding of Microsoft Office and ability to learn industry software.
• Bilingual English & Spanish.
• Must pass credit and background checks.
• Must pass physical and drug screen.

Responsibilities

• Operate scale to weigh inbound and outbound trucks.
• Review, inspect, and document inbound loads.
• Direct drivers to yard locations for loading/unloading.
• Complete documentation for vehicles and loads.
• Process payments and keep accurate records.
• Assist customers with questions on pricing and materials.
• Perform general office duties.

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Multitasking

Organizational skills

Mathematical skills

Negotiation skills

Phone etiquette

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Industry-specific software

Job description

We are looking for a hard-working, reliable and safety minded individual with great customer service to join our team as a Weighmaster. As a Weighmaster you will be responsible for the weighing and grading of incoming scrap loads; operating in-bound and out-bound scales; directing drivers to the appropriate areas for unloading; facilitating payment for in-bound material; and completing all required documentation. The Weighmaster will also perform basic office tasks until the work day is completed. Must be positive, punctual, and professional at all times.

This position will work inside and outside in varying weather conditions, and SA Recycling strictly adheres to all Metals Recycling Business Health, Safety, and Environmental standards.

Monday through Friday, with Saturday hours required.

Responsibilities of a Weighmaster

• Operate scale to effectively weigh all inbound and outbound trucks.
• Review, inspect, and document inbound loads.
• Direct drivers to the proper yard location for loading/unloading.
• Complete all required documentation for vehicles and loads entering or leaving the yard.
• Positive, punctual, and professional at all times.
• Participate in the testing of scales for accuracy and report any malfunctions or concerns to the General Manager.
• Process payments and keep accurate records of all transactions.
• Assist customers with questions on pricing and types of materials accepted and maintain account contacts to promote continued business.
• Preform general office duties.

Qualifications of a Weighmaster

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Great customer service
• 1+ years’ experience operating truck scales, preferably in a scrap metal or similar industry.
• Ability to develop and maintain constructive and cooperative working relationships with customers and co-workers.
• Excellent phone etiquette and communication skills (both verbal and written).
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, good organizational and mathematical skills, basic negotiation skills, and the ability to multi-task.
• Intermediate understanding of Microsoft Office, and the ability to learn industry specific software.
• Bilingual (English & Spanish) language
• Must pass Credit and Background
• Must pass Physical and Drug screen

SA Recycling offers:

• Competitive Pay
• Choice of 2 Medical plans, with Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• 401k with a Company Match
• Weekly Pay
• Referral Incentives
• Company provided uniforms and PPE
• Eligible for Safety and Profitability Bonuses

PLEASE NOTE: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.

An offer of employment by SA Recycling is contingent on the satisfactory completion of a post-offer drug screen, physical exam, and background check with a credit check (if position specified).

All US applicants must be 18 years of age or older.