Scale Operator

simsmetalm•Baltimore, MD

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Sims Metal (Sims) is a global leader in metal recycling. With facilities across the globe, Sims plays an intrinsic role in the circular economy by making resources available for future use. As a responsible corporate citizen, we continuously seek new ways to broaden our participation in the environmental sector, ensuring that our future is as bright, safe, and secure as at any time in our long history.

Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
One to three years of previous cash handling experience in retail environment
Ability to learn many different types of scrap metal
Excellent phone etiquette with clear verbal communication skills
Basic math and computer skills necessary
Work with various levels of customers with a focus on service
Regularly required to stand and use hands to finger, handle, or feel.
Frequently required to sit; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance and talk or hear.
Occasionally required to walk and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
Must regularly lift and /or move up to 10 pounds, and/or occasionally lift move up to 30 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Nice To Haves

College degree in business desirable or equivalent business experience

Responsibilities

Operate the scales within a warehouse or outdoor setting. All scale tickets must be verified and contain accurate information in regards to customer, material, and weights.
This position is a customer facing role that requires providing excellent customer service.
Handle cash transactions: Process payments, issue change, and maintain accurate cash records.
Accurately inspect and purchase all materials ensuring correct weights, materials description and grade for all inbound and outbound loads. Determine any upgrades and enter into the inventory system.
Assist in the sorting and processing of materials.
Ensure accurate documentation of scale transactions.
Record transactions: Verify cash amounts received and prepare reports for daily transactions.
Communicate with staff: Use communication tools like walkie-talkies to facilitate smooth operations.
Maintain inventory: Ensure the cleanliness and organization of the scrap yard and maintain accurate inventory records.
Other duties as assigned.
Responsibilities also include tasks related to coverage at the yard’s truck scale, as well as the Non-Ferrous Scale.
Weighing vehicles
Sampling of inbound materials
Maintaining inbound and outbound scaling documentation
Reviewing loads and paperwork for inbound and outbound vehicles
Upkeeping scale house and scales
Collecting fees from drivers and maintaining records
Ensuring trucks don't exceed their maximum weight by law
Performing safety inspections
Assisting in loading and unloading of vehicles
Keeping the weighbridge area clean and tidy
Issuing receipts to customers