Scrap Scale Associate

PADNOS - Recycling Solutions; Port Huron (MI); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

PADNOS - Recycling Solutions in Port Huron seeks a Scale Buyer to inspect, grade and purchase non-ferrous materials. You will input and inventory all purchased transactions, and package and ship material per sales orders.

The role requires handling inbound scrap, operating equipment, and maintaining a clean, safe workspace while meeting customer needs in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Six months operating small equipment 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.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, grade and purchase non-ferrous materials.
• Input and inventory all purchased transactions.
• Package and ship material as required by sales orders.
• Weigh and inspect all incoming non-ferrous customer scrap.
• 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 knowledge

Basic computer skills

Customer service

Multitasking

Independent & team work

Attention to detail

Inventory control

Job description

Recycling Center Services - Port Huron, 4070 Griswold Rd., Port Huron, Michigan, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Thursday, July 16, 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.