Scrap Yard Scale Operator: Precision & Safety

Radius Recycling; Meridian (MS); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Radius Recycling in Meridian, MS seeks a Scale Operator to weigh and grade scrap loads, operate inbound and outbound scales, and direct customers for unloading while ensuring safe and compliant operations.

You will calculate ticket totals, communicate pricing to customers and production teams, and maintain accurate purchasing documentation with a strong emphasis on safety and customer service.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED; 3–5 years in a similar role preferred.
• Knowledge of metals identification and grading per ISRI specifications.
• Exceptional customer service skills.
• Ability to communicate pricing and coordinate documentation with customers and production.
• Strong math, typing and basic negotiation abilities.

Responsibilities

• Weigh and grade incoming scrap loads on inbound scales and compute ticket totals.
• Direct customers to unloading areas and facilitate payment for material.
• Communicate pricing of materials to production crews and customers.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety and environmental standards.
• Maintain accurate documentation of purchasing transactions.
• Test scales for accuracy and report any equipment malfunctions.

Skills

Mathematical skills

Problem solving

Negotiation

Attention to detail

Typing

Customer service

Metals identification

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Radius Recycling in Meridian, MS seeks a Scale Operator to weigh and grade scrap loads, operate inbound and outbound scales, and direct customers for unloading while ensuring safe and compliant operations.

You will calculate ticket totals, communicate pricing to customers and production teams, and maintain accurate purchasing documentation with a strong emphasis on safety and customer service.