Scale Operator

SA Recycling, a world leader in the metals recycling and processing industry, is actively seeking career focused applicants for a Scale Operator’s role. Our Scale Operators provide key services that directly affect the overall success of our operations by developing and growing positive customer relations and managing all aspects of in-bound and out-bound truck-scale operations. This is a challenging environment, and the position requires you to be a trustworthy and dependable team player; and to be able to take initiative and solve problems independently.

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.

SA Recycling offers:

• Competitive Pay
• Eligible for Safety and Profitability Bonuses
• Choice of 2 Medical plans, with Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• 401k with a Company Match
• Weekly Pay
• Advancement Opportunities

Responsibilities of a Scale Operator

• Responsible for the exact weighing of all trucks entering and leaving the recycling yard while providing efficient, courteous customer service to our supplies and company drivers.
• Complete all required documentation for trucks and loads entering or leaving the yard; complete all required reports; keep up-to-date logs; and sort and process weigh tickets for end-of-day processing.
• Participate in the testing of scales for accuracy and report any malfunctions or concerns to the General Manager.
• Process payments and keep exact records of all transactions.
• Help suppliers with questions on pricing and types of materials accepted and maintain account contacts to promote continued business.
• Cross train and back up other office personnel as needed.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.
• Punctual and regular attendance is a key requirement for this position.

Qualifications of a Scale Operator

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Strong attention to detail to prevent data entry errors, or to catch and correct them.
• Ability to develop and strengthen positive working relationships with suppliers and co-workers.
• Excellent phone etiquette and communication skills (both verbal and written).
• Ability to work in a challenging 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.

Physical Requirements:

• Work Environment: Office, Scale office, Scale outdoors
• Equipment & Tools: Office equipment and PPE
• Physical Demand Level: Light to Moderate
• Work Capacity: Weighmaster work capacity
• Sensory Demands: Hearing, vision, smell, touch and taste
• Hand Movements: Repetitive motions, keyboard

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.

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