Riverdale Mill Scaler

International Paper•Selma, AL

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Fiber Supply Scaler is a combination role that helps ensure the quality of raw materials entering the Riverdale mill and supports materials processed across the Wood scales and the Bark/Gate 4 scale system. The position is primarily responsible for the safe, efficient, accurate, and timely processing of fiber receipts, while maintaining security and controlling access and traffic into the mill. The Scaler operates scales, applies Riverdale Mill fiber specifications, conducts load audits and scale weight checks, and supports receipt records and internal controls. As the first point of contact for truck drivers, vendors, contractors, and visitors, the Scaler communicates professionally and enforces applicable safety, security, and material requirements. The role also supports the Fiber Supply Team and may assist with safety activities and receipt reconciliation. This is a full-time, non-exempt position at the Riverdale Mill in Selma, Alabama. The regular shift is eight hours, from 10 p.m. to 6 a.m., with work every third Saturday from 6 a.m. to 3 p.m. Scales open at 4 a.m. Monday and close at 3 p.m. Saturday. The employee must be willing and able to work flexible schedules and overtime as necessary, including weekends and holidays, and must be able to work in rain, heat, cold, and dust.

Requirements

High school graduate or equivalent.
Ability or potential to develop basic computer skills; computer skills and knowledge of software applications are required.
Ability to adapt to change, work with different personalities, and maintain a professional demeanor.
Excellent oral and written interpersonal skills.
Willingness and ability to work flexible schedules and overtime as necessary, including weekends and holidays.
Ability to work in adverse conditions such as rain, heat, cold, and dust.
Must report to work on time.
Must maintain a valid driver’s license.
Demonstrate the listed key competencies: Action Oriented, Communicates Effectively, Courage, Customer Focus, Decision Quality, Ensures Accountability, Interpersonal Savvy, Manages Conflict, and Situational Adaptability.

Nice To Haves

Experience with truck scales.
Customer service experience.
Inventory management experience.
Knowledge of fiber specifications and species.

Responsibilities

Scale wood products and other products into the facility scaling system.
Process fiber receipts safely, accurately, efficiently, and on time.
Maintain the Scaler exception log report and other assigned logs.
Enforce material specifications and safety standards.
Ensure drivers are trained on unloading safety standards.
Conduct daily or weekly scale weight checks and routine load audits.
Administer the driver designated-loop pass card program.
Manage truck turnaround time and communicate mill operations that may affect processing efficiency.
Provide timely communications and assistance to the Fiber Supply Team and other local or regional teams.
Serve as the first point of contact for truck drivers, vendors, contractors, and visitors, communicating in a courteous and professional manner.
Maintain access control and direct traffic flow into the mill.
Enforce International Paper safety policies and Riverdale Mill fiber specifications.
Wear required personal protective equipment and report injuries or property damage.
Maintain security and internal control practices related to receipts.
Perform or manage housekeeping and scale maintenance around the scalehouse.
Assist with record retention management.
Perform other duties as required.