Scale Operator

Over the last forty years, United Scrap Metal (“USM”) has grown from $200 and a rental truck into one of the largest full-service recyclers in the country. Today, the team continues to pioneer innovative, solutions-driven recycling programs through ethical and sustainable practices. This has earned them both National acclaim and recognition with the achievement of several dozen awards. With 400 team members across 6 locations nationally, the company’s commitment to excellence is reflected in an outstanding client retention rate across several thousand customers throughout North America. This substantial growth is further supported by strong consumer partnerships who recognize a consistent delivery of high quality non-ferrous and ferrous material via truck, container, rail and barge shipment. Equally as important, is the expansion of the team’s focus on philanthropy, sustainability, diversity, and safety / compliance. A unique mission exists in making a positive impact in the lives of others, throughout the communities in which they live, work and service. USM is proud to make a difference for its clients, consumers and local communities as it continues to drive forward into the next forty years and beyond.

Position Overview

The Scale Operator’s primary functions are to ensure each and every truck entering and leaving the facility is properly weighed, the delivered or shipped scrap is accurately recorded, and the daily paperwork and transactions are updated and closed. This individual reports directly to the Transportation Manager.

Summary of Responsibilities

· Processes and closes all dispatch /driver tickets and enters required information into the database

· Coordinates with Dispatch and Inside Sales to ensure shippers and receivers are being generated and updated accurately by the required deadlines

· Maintains testing records and reports any issues/malfunctions with the Bicron or other scale equipment

· Ascertains the customer name, job location, and pickup dates for each delivery in order to accurately process this information

· Begins, updates and closes each scale record ticket into the database / software

· Reviews proper documentation for all deliveries and pick-ups

· Represents the company in a professional and courteous manner at all times

· Handles clerical/data entry functions assigned by the manager

· Ensures efficient scale operations and scale flow

· Ensures all trucks are properly and accurately weighed on the scale both entering and leaving the facility

Desired Characteristics

· High School Diploma or GED required; college degree or some college a plus

· 2 years’ experience in a similar role, equivalent transportation or scale related experience a plus

· Organized and able to work in a fast-paced environment

· Excellent verbal and written communication skills

· Strong math and calculator skills a must

· Demonstrated professionalism and a personality conducive to the role –enjoys working with people and is patient during challenging situations

· Ability to work with others and work as part of a team

· Proficient with a computer / data entry skill; ability to learn new software with provided training

· Strong attention to detail and accuracy a must

· Must be open to working a Saturday schedule rotation

· English proficiency (read, write, speak) required; spoken Spanish a plus

• The Company desires a candidate who has shown a stable job history, dependable attendance practices and whose references can state is a trustworthy individual
• Candidate must pass a pre-employment physical, background and credit check
• Able to fulfill flexible scheduling requirements as determined by the manager and / or business needs of the operation

Minimum Safety Training Requirements

· Basic on-the-job training that satisfies the Primary Objectives of the specific position (as noted above)

· US-SOP-01 United in Safety Manual

· US-F11 QEH&S Policy

· US-SOP-03 Team Member Handbook

Trust ● Commitment ● Loyalty ● Passion ● Respect ● Service ● Performance

USM is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. USM will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. USM is a drug-free workplace. USM provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify your Recruiter or a member of our Human Resources team to make arrangements. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.00 - $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 12 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to Commute:

• Land O' Lakes, FL 34638 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $17 - $18