Scale Operator
EMR Metal Recycling · New Castle, DE · $20k–$22k
Posted 12 days ago
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Skills
Benefits
- ✓On the job training
- ✓Career advancement
- ✓Paid time off
- ✓Company holidays
- ✓Medical insurance
- ✓Dental insurance
- ✓Vision insurance
- ✓Life insurance
- ✓EAP
- ✓HSA
- ✓FSA
- ✓401(k) match
Job description
About the Opportunity
As a Scale Operator/Weighmaster, you’ll play an important role in our daily operations by accurately weighing, grading, and recording incoming and outgoing scrap metal materials. This position is ideal for someone who is detail-oriented, customer-focused, and comfortable working in a fast-paced outdoor environment.
Key Responsibilities
Greet customers and assist with material verification, sorting, and disposal procedures
Weigh and ticket incoming/outgoing loads using scale systems and software
Create accurate and compliant transaction records
Grade incoming scrap materials and monitor load quality
Direct vehicle and foot traffic safely on and off the scale
Process inspection tickets and assist with inventory control
Maintain and monitor radiation detection systems
Communicate with yard staff regarding incoming and outgoing materials
Report discrepancies or quality concerns to management
Follow site safety procedures and industry regulations
Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma or GED equivalent
Minimum 1 year of experience in customer service
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Excellent communication and customer service abilities
Comfortable multitasking in a fast-paced environment
Basic computer proficiency
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Problem-solving and critical-thinking skills
Willingness to learn and follow operational procedures
Preferred Qualifications
Scrap metal, recycling, or industrial experience
Scale software experience
Physical & Work Requirements
Ability to lift up to 20 lbs
Ability to stand for extended periods and perform repetitive tasks
Comfortable working indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions
Reliable transportation required - no exceptions
Able to work weekends
PPE required; work environment may include loud noise levels
Compensation and Benefits
On the job training and career advancement
Full time pay, range $20-$22 year-round
Paid time off and 9 paid company holidays
Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, FREE vision and life insurance, EAP
HSA and FSA with employer contribution
401(k) with company match
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