Weighmaster

SA Recycling; Poplar Bluff (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical plans with Dental Vision Life

401k with company match

Weekly pay

Referral incentives

Uniforms and PPE

Safety/Profitability bonuses

Job summary

SA Recycling is seeking a Weighmaster to operate inbound/outbound truck scales, direct drivers, and handle documentation and payments. The role blends indoor/outdoor duties in varying weather, with safety standards central to daily tasks.

Experience with truck scales and strong communication skills are essential, with bilingual EN/ES a plus. The position runs 8:00 am–4:00 pm Monday–Friday and 8:00 am–noon Saturday, with competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 2+ years’ experience operating truck scales in scrap metal, quarry, or transfer settings.
• Ability to build cooperative working relationships with customers and staff.
• Excellent phone etiquette and communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Basic math, organizational skills, and multitasking ability; familiarity with industry software helpful.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operate scale to weigh inbound and outbound trucks.
• Inspect inbound loads and document them.
• Direct drivers to loading/unloading areas.
• Complete required documentation for vehicles and loads.
• Test scales for accuracy and report malfunctions to management.
• Process payments and keep transaction records.
• Assist customers with pricing questions and maintain contacts.
• Perform general office duties.

Skills

Truck scales operation

Customer service

Bilingual EN/ES

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

SA Recycling, a world leader in the metals recycling and processing industry, is actively seeking a hard-working, dependable and safety minded individual to join our team as a Weighmaster. As a Weighmaster you will be responsible for the operating in-bound and out-bound scales; directing drivers to the appropriate areas for unloading; facilitating payment for in-bound material; and completing all required documentation. The Weighmaster will also perform basic office tasks.

This position will work inside and outside in varying weather conditions, and SA Recycling strictly adheres to all Metals Recycling Business Health, Safety, and Environmental standards.

Working hours are from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm Monday through Friday, and from 8:00 am to noon on Saturdays.

SA Recycling offers:

• Competitive Pay
• Choice of 2 Medical plans, with Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• 401k with a Company Match
• Weekly Pay
• Referral Incentives
• Company provided uniforms and PPE
• Eligible for Safety and Profitability Bonuses

Responsibilities Of a Weighmaster

• Operate scale to effectively weigh all inbound and outbound trucks.
• Review, inspect, and document inbound loads.
• Direct drivers to the proper yard location for loading/unloading.
• Complete all required documentation for vehicles and loads entering or leaving the yard.
• Participate in the testing of scales for accuracy and report any malfunctions or concerns to the General Manager.
• Process payments and keep accurate records of all transactions.
• Assist customers with questions on pricing and types of materials accepted and maintain account contacts to promote continued business.
• Preform general office duties.

Qualifications Of a Weighmaster

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2+ years’ experience operating truck scales, preferably in a scrap metal, quarry, or transfer station or similar industry.
• Ability to develop and maintain constructive and cooperative working relationships with customers and employees.
• Excellent phone etiquette and communication skills (both verbal and written).
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, good organizational and mathematical skills, basic negotiation skills, and the ability to multi-task.
• Intermediate understanding of Microsoft Office, and the ability to learn industry specific software.
• Bilingual (English & Spanish) language skills a plus.

PLEASE NOTE: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.

An offer of employment by SA Recycling is contingent on the satisfactory completion of a post-offer drug screen, physical exam, and background check with a credit check (if position specified).

All US applicants must be 18 years of age or older.