Scale Operator

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.

• 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.

• 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

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); College degree in business desirable or equivalent business experience

• 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

A career with Sims provides you with the opportunity to work with an organization whose goal is to be the world’s safest and most responsible recycling company. Our people achieve this by creating a zero-harm workplace, being exemplary members of the communities in which we operate, and being responsible stewards of the environment. We also offer competitive pay and a range of attractive benefits.

Sims is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We value the diversity of all of our employees and are committed to creating an inclusive working environment where everyone can contribute, advance on merit, and realize their full potential. Sims does not discriminate with regard to race, sex, religion, color, national origin, citizenship status, disability, age, marital or familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, housing status, source of income, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws. This applies to any employment decision, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. qualified applicants with a disability in need of a reasonable accommodation may request such without fear of reprisal or discrimination.

To achieve our purpose to create a world without waste to preserve our planet, we are guided by our Principles of Purpose: Be Safe Well, Band Together, Be Accountable Transparent, Consistently Innovate, Inspire with Purpose, Celebrate Have Fun.