Scrap Scale Associate

Padnos; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Padnos is seeking a Scale Buyer for Recycling Center Services in Grand Rapids. The role focuses on inspecting, grading, and purchasing non-ferrous materials, while inputting transactions into the system and preparing shipments as required.

The position requires basic computer skills, the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment, and strong customer service. Familiarity with handling hi-lo or loader equipment is a plus, with responsibilities spanning on-site operations and inventory

Qualifications

• Experience operating small equipment preferred.
• Knowledge of ferrous and non-ferrous materials.
• Basic computer skills.
• Good interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Accuracy in operation and attention to detail.
• Knowledge in inventory control.

Responsibilities

• Interact with customers regarding the purchase of their materials.
• Weigh and inspect all incoming non-ferrous customer scrap.
• Identify and sort materials, removing and/or upgrading when possible.
• Input and record transaction data in computer system.
• Operate hi-lo, loader and/or manual processing equipment as needed.
• Maintain the work area and equipment in a clean and orderly condition and follow prescribed safety regulations.
• Inventory and ship material as needed.

Skills

Small equipment operation

Ferrous & non-ferrous materials knowl.

Basic computer skills

Interpersonal & customer service

Multi-tasking

Teamwork & independence

Attention to detail

Inventory control

Tools

Hi-lo operation

Loader operation

Job description

Recycling Center Services - Turner Metals, 2125 Turner Ave. NW, Grand Rapids, Michigan, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Monday, July 27, 2026 at 4:00 AM

Position Overview

Title: Scale Buyer - Recycling Centers

Overview

The Scale Buyer is responsible for inspecting, grading and purchasing non-ferrous materials. Input and inventory all purchased transactions. Package and ship material as required by sales orders.

Accountabilities

• Interact with customers regarding the purchase of their materials.
• Weigh and inspect all incoming non-ferrous customer scrap.
• Identify and sort materials, removing and/or upgrading when possible.
• Input and record transaction data in computer system.
• Operate hi-lo, loader and/or manual processing equipment as needed.
• Maintain the work area and equipment in a clean and orderly condition and follow prescribed safety regulations.
• Inventory and ship material as needed.

Qualifications

• Six months operating small equipment experience preferred.
• Knowledge of ferrous and non-ferrous materials.
• Basic computer skills.
• Good interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Accuracy in operation and attention to detail.
• Knowledge in inventory control.

PADNOS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, weight, height, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, age, genetic medical information, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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PADNOS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, weight, height, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, age, genetic medical information, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Recycling Center Services - Turner Metals, 2125 Turner Ave. NW, Grand Rapids, Michigan, United States of America