Scale Operator

Rumpke Scale Operator

Rumpke is a family-owned and operated company that ranks as one of the largest firms in the waste and recycling industry. Our mission is simple : to deliver exceptional waste and recycling solutions to our customers and communities through a commitment to safety, service, the environment and the growth of our people. When you join Rumpke, you'll be part of a team providing essential services to millions of residents, businesses, and neighborhoods. You will enjoy competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, vision, matching 401(k), life insurance, paid vacation, and more. This is your opportunity to make a difference for you and your family. Come join our team!

The Scale Operator is responsible for accurately operating scales and related computer systems to record the weights of all incoming and outgoing vehicles. This role ensures that all load information is properly entered into the computerized system, verifies accuracy of records, and may also be responsible for collecting fees from customers.

Responsibilities of Position :

• Operate scale equipment to weigh all incoming and outgoing vehicles and determine appropriate and accurate charges
• Receive payment from customers, provide receipts, and document the full transaction and materials received into computer system
• Professionally interact with customers and respond to inquiries providing information relating to proper procedures for facility
• Balance daily receipts to ensure accurate record keeping and appropriate billing
• Accept or reject load based on content to maintain acceptable material standards
• Measure customer vehicles and / or trailers to accurately type customer ticket
• Perform routine clerical duties including running and preparing reports, as necessary
• Maintain all paperwork on the scales / facility
• Support and / or fill in for other roles as needed
• Work with inside and outside haulers to ensure that work orders and delivery receipts are printed and distributed for correct loads, along with a certificate of analysis based on location
• Work with temp agencies to record accurate times for all outsourced labor as needed, based on location
• Work with the trailer leasing company and schedule all preventive maintenance and damage of rental trailers as needed, based on location
• Perform other duties as assigned

Supervisory Responsibility : This position will not manage employees

Physical Requirements in a Regular Workday :

Skills & Abilities Needed for the Position :

Additional Working Conditions / Aspects : Ability to travel between offices