Non Ferrous Scale Operator/Warehouse Worker

About Us:

EMR is one of the world’s leading metal recycling companies with a history spanning decades. At EMR, our employees are the heart and soul of our organization. We are committed to creating a workplace that prioritizes the well-being and safety of everyone. Our company provides a supportive and inclusive community where everyone's ideas and contributions are valued. We believe in teamwork and collaboration.

Our mission is to provide our customers with efficient and reliable metal recycling services while minimizing the environmental impact of our operations. EMR recycles ten million tons of material annually, everything from beverage cans to aircraft carriers. We work with a wide variety of metals including copper, aluminum, brass, and stainless steel and can recycle it into more than 200 different types of new sustainable raw materials.

EMR offers our team a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans with company match, wellbeing benefits, employee assistance program and more. Join us and be a part of a team that puts people first!

Summary

The Scale Operator / Weighmaster is responsible for accurately weighing, grading, and recording all incoming and outgoing scrap metal materials. This role operates scale and computer systems, ensures proper documentation of transactions, provides clear direction to customers and drivers, and supports site safety and inventory control. Strong customer service, attention to detail, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment are essential.



Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Greet and assist customers while providing guidance on material verification, sorting, and disposal procedures.
• Weigh and ticket incoming and outgoing loads using automated or Weighmaster software systems.
• Create accurate, timely, and compliant tickets for all transactions.
• Properly grade incoming materials and monitor loads for quality assurance and acceptable commodities.
• Direct vehicle and foot traffic on and off the scale to maintain safe and efficient flow.
• Process inspection tickets and support inventory control procedures.
• Retrieve, review, and manage data using computer systems and software.
• Monitor and maintain the radiation detection system.
• Communicate with yard staff regarding incoming and outgoing materials.
• Report load discrepancies or quality issues to the Site or Depot Manager.
• Stay current with industry trends, site procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
  
  

Required Skills / Abilities

• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and organizational skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Friendly, professional, and customer-focused demeanor.
• Ability to direct traffic safely and multitask effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively with yard and site personnel.
• Solid problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities.
• Proficiency with computers and basic office software; experience with scale systems preferred.
• Willingness to learn and ability to retain instructions.
• Knowledge of scrap metal commodities and relevant regulations helpful.
  
  

EMR USA Metal Recycling provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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