Scale Operator

Sims Metal • Newark, NJ

83d

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. To perform the duties of this job, the applicant must have good interpersonal skills; be patient and tactful; to be cooperative and have a good attitude at all times with managers/supervisors, co-workers, customers and visitors. No scrap metal experience needed.

Requirements

• Excellent customer service skills
• Work well under pressure and ability to prioritize
• Meet attendance schedule with dependability and consistency
• Willingness to learn

Nice To Haves

• Demonstrate professional conduct at all times.
• Treat all persons with courtesy and respect.
• Must be able to work regardless of weather conditions.
• The ability to follow directions and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Operate the scales. All scale tickets must be verified and contain correct information in regards to customer, material, weights.
• Accurately inspect all materials ensuring correct weights, materials description and grade for all inbound and outbound loads.
• Determine the grade of material and enter into the inventory system.
• Assist in the sorting and processing of materials.
• Assist in loading and unloading of vehicles.
• Ensure accurate documentation of scale transactions.
• Communicate material discrepancies with Operations Managers.
• Communicate and assist yard staffs as necessary.
• Follow detailed specifications on outbound loads.
• Adhere to all safety, and environmental standards.
• Keep a clean and organized work area.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Range of attractive benefits
• Opportunities for personal and professional growth
• Supportive atmosphere where employees feel valued and heard
• Meaningful training opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Primary Metal Manufacturing
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees