Scrap Scale Associate

Padnos; Livonia (MI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Wage

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

100% Tuition reimbursement for Team

First Time Home Buying Assistance

401K Match and Profit Sharing

Performance Driven Bonuses

Job summary

PADNOS, a long‑standing recycling company serving the United States, is hiring a Scrap Scale Associate in Livonia, MI. You will inspect, grade and purchase non‑ferrous materials, record transactions, and support packaging and shipping to fulfill sales orders.

You will interact with customers, weigh incoming scrap, identify and sort materials, and maintain inventory records. A proactive, detail‑oriented team player is valued and safety is prioritized.

Qualifications

• Six months operating small equipment experience preferred.
• 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.

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

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Multitasking

Independent work

Attention to detail

Inventory control

Job description

Recycling Center Services - Livonia, 12600 Stark Rd., Livonia, Michigan, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Monday, August 31, 2026 at 4:00 AM

PADNOS is a full-service recycling company handling paper, plastic, metals and electronic recycling. We tailor recycling programs for consumer and industrial clients throughout the United States. PADNOS was founded over a century ago and continues to transform the recycling industry. The company has thrived as a family business through four generations and has grown to be a market leader and best in class innovator.

Position Summary

The Scrap Scale Associate inspects, grades, and purchases non-ferrous materials while creating a positive, customer-focused experience for those delivering materials. This role records purchase transactions, maintains inventory records, and supports the team with packaging and shipping materials to fulfill sales orders.

Schedule

• Monday - Saturday (4-Day: 3 Week Rotating Schedule. Example: Mon - Thurs; Mon, Tues, Fri, Sat; Wed - Sat)
• 1st Shift 7:00am - 5:30pm

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

Qualifications

• Six months operating small equipment experience preferred
• 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 has a rich history of taking care of our Team Members, their families and the multiple communities we serve. We invest in our Team Members and offer the following benefits:

• Competitive Wage
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• 100% Tuition reimbursement for Team Members
• First Time Home Buying Assistance
• 401K Match and Profit Sharing
• Performance Driven Bonuses

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 - Livonia, 12600 Stark Rd., Livonia, Michigan, United States of America