Scrap Yard Scale Operator — Precise Weighing & Service

Cascade Steel Rolling Mills, Inc.; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Radius Recycling seeks a skilled Truck Scale Operator to weigh and grade incoming scrap, operate inbound and outbound scales, and direct customers to unloading areas. You will facilitate payment for in-bound material while ensuring compliance with safety standards.

The role requires knowledge of metals identification per ISRI specifications, delivering exceptional customer service, and coordinating with supervisors to maintain accurate documentation and safe operations.

Qualifications

• Customer service skills for interacting with customers and colleagues.
• Knowledge of metals identification and grading per ISRI specifications.
• Ability to accurately weigh and grade loads and operate inbound/outbound scales.

Responsibilities

• Weigh and grade incoming scrap loads and operate the in-bound scale.
• Direct customers to unloading areas and ensure proper documentation.
• Process payments for in-bound material and maintain accurate records.
• Operate the outbound scale and compute totals for ticketing.
• Maintain compliance with Health, Safety, and Environmental standards.

Skills

Customer service

Metals identification (ISRI)

Scale operation

Pricing discussions

Safety compliance

Education

High School diploma or GED

3-5 years scrap industry experience

Tools

Scale tickets

Job description

Radius Recycling seeks a skilled Truck Scale Operator to weigh and grade incoming scrap, operate inbound and outbound scales, and direct customers to unloading areas. You will facilitate payment for in-bound material while ensuring compliance with safety standards.

The role requires knowledge of metals identification per ISRI specifications, delivering exceptional customer service, and coordinating with supervisors to maintain accurate documentation and safe operations.