Scale Operator - NF

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.

With a promote-from-within philosophy and a variety of programs available to support continuous learning, Sims offers the opportunity for a rewarding career. We are committed to the ecologically sound and sustainable use of resources and strive to operate in a manner that minimizes waste and protects the environment.

The Non Ferrous Scale Operator is responsible for inspecting, identifying, grading, and documenting non-ferrous scrap metals received at the recycling facility. This position ensures materials are properly classified and processed in accordance with company standards while providing excellent customer service. The role also operates truck and customer scales, accurately records transactions, prepares required documentation, and supports safe and efficient yard operations.

 

Primary Responsibilities

• Inspect incoming non-ferrous materials to determine metal type, grade, quality, and contamination levels.
• Identify and classify materials including aluminum, copper, brass, stainless steel, nickel alloys, insulated wire, and other non-ferrous commodities.
• Verify material quality and compliance with company purchasing specifications.
• Separate and direct materials to the appropriate processing or storage locations.
• Detect prohibited, hazardous, radioactive, or unacceptable materials and follow established procedures.
• Communicate pricing classifications and grading decisions to customers and team members.
• Maintain accurate records of material inspections and transactions.
• Operate inbound and outbound truck scales and customer scales.
• Weigh vehicles and materials accurately and efficiently.Generate scale tickets, purchase receipts, invoices, and transaction documentation.
• Enter customer, vehicle, and material information into the company's scale software and databases.
• Ensure all transactions comply with company policies and applicable regulations.
• Balance scale transactions and maintain accurate records at the end of each shift.
• Other duties as assigned
  
  

 

Core Competencies

• Detail-oriented, organized, efficient, and ability to multi-task
• Excellent customer service skills
• Dependable, flexible, and ability to work in a fast paced, changing environment. Shift changes and overtime subject to business needs
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and mathematical skills
• Positive attitude, goal-oriented, and ability to work with minimal supervision
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills  
  
  

 

 Qualifications

• Ability to safely operate a forklift; prior forklift experience preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent (GED) preferred
• Must be able to pass background check, and drug test
• 2 or 4 year college degree in Business or equivalent preferred
• Computer literate
• Must know how to operate forklift and bobcat
• Bilingual (Spanish) preferred
  
  

Working Conditions

• Primarily outdoor/yard environment with exposure to noise, dust, and heavy equipment.
• Must be able to lift up to 40 lbs, climb, bend, and work in physically demanding conditions.
• Occasional weekend or extended hours may be required depending on business needs.
  
  

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.

At Sims together we are a diverse group of employees who are supported by our equal opportunity policy. 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.