Job Description

Scale Operator / Weighmaster Scrap Yard

Position Summary

The Scale Operator / Weighmaster is responsible for accurately weighing incoming and outgoing scrap materials (ferrous & non-ferrous), classifying scrap, issuing scale tickets/receipts, managing customer interactions, and ensuring compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory standards. This role is critical for proper inventory control, customer satisfaction, and financial accountability.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Operate inbound/outbound truck scales and record gross, tare, and net weights.
• Inspect incoming loads to verify material type (e.g. ferrous vs non-ferrous, appliances, wires) and check for hazardous or prohibited items (e.g. batteries, fluids, propane tanks).
• Classify scrap per yard guidelines; ensure proper grading.
• Issue scale tickets or receipts and handle payments (cash / check / etc.).
• Maintain accurate transaction records (weights, customer, material type, date/time).
• Direct truck traffic in the yard and coordinate with loaders / sorters / yard staff.
• Monitor scale accuracy; report malfunctions; assist with calibration.
• Keep the scale house/yard clean, safe, and compliant with PPE and safety protocols.
• Use software/computer systems for data input, daily totals, and reporting.
• Be the customer/driver point of contact: answer questions, explain pricing, resolve discrepancies.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Experience with truck scales, scrap, recycling, or similar industrial yard work preferred.
• Solid math skills (calculating weights, grade adjustments).
• Basic computer skills (data entry, software).
• Good communication/customer service and attention to detail.
• Reliable, honest, able to multitask and work under pressure.

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