Scale House Operator
About The Position
Midwest Salt is seeking an Operations & Logistics Coordinator for their Chicago-area terminal, Grit One. This role is ideal for individuals with experience in scale operations, shipping and receiving, who are looking to advance their careers. The position offers hands-on training in SAP Business One and exposure to accounts receivable and payable functions. The Scale House Operator will manage incoming and outgoing truck and vessel traffic, ensure on-site inventory accuracy, process Bills of Lading, input Purchase Orders, and act as the primary point of contact for site visitors. This is a high-visibility role where attention to detail and customer service are crucial to the company's image.
Requirements
- Prior experience in scale operations, shipping and receiving, logistics coordination, or a similar operations role
- Strong data entry skills with high accuracy and attention to detail
- Comfortable learning enterprise systems
- Basic understanding of accounts receivable and/or accounts payable processes
- Proficiency with Microsoft 365 (Outlook, Excel, Word, Teams)
- Strong communication skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, on-site industrial/port environment
- High school diploma or GED required
- Valid driver’s license
Nice To Haves
- SAP experience is a plus
- Associate degree or some college preferred
- Experience with SAP or a similar ERP (NetSuite, Epicor, or Infor)
- Background in bulk material distribution—salt, aggregates, grain, or similar commodity industries
- Maritime, port, or freight terminal experience
- Existing TWIC
- Working knowledge of Bills of Lading (BOLs) and shipping documentation
Responsibilities
- Operate facility scales accurately and in compliance with all company procedures using SAP & scale system
- Communicate daily incoming and outgoing traffic flow for trucks, vendors, vessel crew, and site visitors
- Process inbound & outbound Bills of Lading (BOLs) and Bill of Material in SAP
- Perform site-level reporting and serve as the frontline communications liaison for Grit One
- Assist with on-site Operations functions as coverage needs require
- Deliver an exceptional “Wow” experience for every visitor—truck drivers, customers, vendors, vessel crew, and third-party service teams
- Be the professional, knowledgeable face of Midwest Salt at the terminal level
- Identify service gaps and recommend process improvements to your LMA
- Own the accuracy of on-site inventory using SAP
- Coordinate product loading and shipping on a first-in, first-out (FIFO) basis to protect product integrity
- Conduct cycle counts, reconcile discrepancies, and maintain audit-ready records
- Assist with site-level AR functions: invoice verification, payment documentation, and customer account follow-up
- Support AP workflows including Purchase Order creation, vendor invoice matching, coding, and processing in coordination with the accounting team
- Maintain accurate financial records for site operations
- Learn and use SAP for inventory transactions, receiving, shipping confirmations, and financial support
- Ensure all system data is accurate, timely, and consistent with company procedures
- Follow all company safety policies and OSHA procedures; model safe behaviors for all site visitors and personnel
- Complete all assigned learning paths and apply knowledge to daily work
- Actively contribute ideas to improve processes, service, and operational efficiency
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- 401(k)
- Vacation + PTO annually
- Paid holidays
- Real advancement opportunity as the port operation scales
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
