Scrap Yard Scale Operator - Weigh & Price Materials

Radius Recycling; Columbus (MS); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Radius Recycling is seeking a Scale Operator to weigh and grade incoming scrap, operate in-bound and out-bound scales, and guide customers to unloading areas. You will also facilitate payment for in-bound material while ensuring compliance with Health, Safety, and Environmental standards.

Responsibilities include communicating pricing to production crews, maintaining accurate documentation, and applying ISRI specifications for material identification.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• 3 to 5 years of experience in a similar role or scrap industry preferred.
• Ability to develop and maintain cooperative working relationships with customers and employees.
• Mathematical and problem solving skills, basic negotiation skills, attention to detail, and basic typing skills.

Responsibilities

• Weigh and grade incoming loads using scales.
• Direct customers to unloading areas.
• Process payments for in-bound material.
• Communicate pricing to production crews and customers.
• Maintain compliance with Health, Safety and Environmental standards.

Skills

Customer service

Metals identification

ISRI specifications

Safety compliance

Heavy lifting

Recordkeeping

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Scale equipment

Ticket totals

Job description

Radius Recycling is seeking a Scale Operator to weigh and grade incoming scrap, operate in-bound and out-bound scales, and guide customers to unloading areas. You will also facilitate payment for in-bound material while ensuring compliance with Health, Safety, and Environmental standards.

Responsibilities include communicating pricing to production crews, maintaining accurate documentation, and applying ISRI specifications for material identification.