Scale operator job description

The Security/Scale Operator, the face of the facility, is responsible for weighing mostly inbound materials at the facility, processing Bill of Ladings, ensuring that material is being unloaded within the landfill and correlates with the release number provided by the hauler and operators at the facility and provides security while facility is closed.

+ Follows all company standards procedures, policies and complies with permitted regulations to maintain a safe, secure, and healthy work environment.

+ Provides excellent customer service and communicates effectively with drivers, staff, and customers.
+ Maintains accurate scale operations and records to ensure factual reporting.

+ Communicates effectively with drivers, customers, and staff to provide efficient service.

+ Assists customers by providing excellent customer service to ensure valued and strong customer relations.

+ Coordinates the loading and unloading of all materials coming into the facility, machine actions with other activities, positioning or moving loads and machinery within a busy environment.

+ Interfaces with company drivers, outside haulers, and 3rd party vehicles to oversee accurate and appropriate job functions.

+ Participates in training and other learning opportunities to expand knowledge of the company, products, sales, and services and performs any other duties needed to help drive our vision, fulfill our mission, and/or abide by our core values.

The successful candidate will have 1-3 years of related industrial experience, a demonstrated ability to work as part of a team in a collaborative environment, the ability to work flexible hours and weekends as needed, and be legally eligible to work in the US. Experience or interest in an environmental and/or sustainability field and a high school diploma is preferred.

Outstanding relationship management skills, excellent listening, communication, and problem-solving skills are needed. Excellent organizational skills and a positive and professional mind-set are expected.

Self-sufficient, team-oriented individual with a strong work ethic, attentive, and results-oriented and is open to personal and professional training and development.


External Company Name: Casella Waste Systems, Inc.

External Company URL: casella.com

Street: 2828 Bennoch Road

Cargill's Agricultural Supply Chain (CASC) connects producers and users of grains and oil seeds around the globe through sourcing, storing, trading, processing, and distributing, as well as offering a range of financial, risk management, and customized farmer services. Working at Cargill is an opportunity to thrive -a place to develop your career to the fullest while engaging in meaningful work that makes a positive impact around the globe. We depend on creative, responsible, hardworking individuals like you to operate our business successfully!

Job Type: Seasonal
Compensation: $18.00/hr

Sign On Bonus: $2000

Benefits:

* Paid Vacation
* 401(k) Retirement Plan
* Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

A Typical Work Day May Include:

* Operating the grain elevator scale which includes weighing and grading inbound and outbound grain to issue scale tickets
* Providing a high level of customer service by being courteous, helpful, and knowledgeable as well as engaging with team members
* Administrative work including running daily reports, balancing statements, and coordinating cross-checks of scale equipment
* Understanding and adhering to all safety policies and procedures
* Maintaining a safe and clean work environment
* Other duties as assigned

What You Will Need:

* Must be eligible to work in the United States without visa sponsorship
* Must be 18 years or older
* Standing for long periods of time and the ability to lift up to 25lbs., with or without reasonable accommodation
* Ability to understand and communicate in English (verbal/written)
* Basic computer and typing skills

What Will Put You Ahead:

* Ability to work overtime including weekends, holidays, or different shifts with advance notice

Considered candidates will receive a phone call from a (952) area code. Please note that this position does not include relocation reimbursement.

Cargill highly encourages vaccinations but does not mandate them. Upon hire, you will be asked to provide your vaccination status. Employees may be required to wear masks, depending on requirements of the business and public health requirements based on the spread of COVID in the community.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Vet.

We are committed to building an inclusive workforce that is representative of our diverse community. Applicants with equivalent experience and/or education should apply.Our hiring managers begin reviewing applications after the Job Posting End Date (see below) and will begin contacting applicants soon after that date. Thank you for your patience as we give each application the time and attention that it deserves.
Job
Title: Solid
Waste Scale Operator

Department: Solid
Waste

Hiring
Range: $17.00 - $18.15

Posted Internally and Externally

Job Posting End Date: October 24, 2022

This position typically works Monday to Saturday with occasional Saturdays off work.
Purpose of the Position:
Responsible for providing customer service, performing work associated with weighing vehicles delivering waste to the landfill or transfer station and recording pertinent data associated with this process.

Minimum Education, Training and/or Experience (required at time of hire):
High School or equivalent; Minimum of one (1) year experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Additional Training and Experience:
SWANA Operator training required within first twelve months of hire.

License or Certification Required by Statute or Regulation:
Possession of a valid State issued driver's license.

Essential Functions of the Position:
Weigh trucks, reads scales, record pertinent information, and direct traffic at the landfill or transfer station.Responsible for initial waste screening to ensure illegal/prohibited items are not accepted.Fill out weigh ticket on each vehicle and records information to applicable account.Compute bills, issue receipts, record amount received, and reconcile banking statement.Collect tipping fees and make bank deposits.Review and verify records and reports to ensure that required information is provided and is correct.Compute a variety of arithmetic calculations using a calculator or computer.Provide information to patrons concerning dumping fees and locations.Perform custodial duties to clean and maintain scale house.Perform other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Other Abilities:
Knowledge of the operation of a solid waste scale and the associated peripheral equipment used in weighing and recording weights of vehicles delivering waste to the landfill.Knowledge of pertinent ordinances, policies, and procedures associated with waste disposal.Knowledge of basic clerical and bookkeeping principles.Ability to accurately read scales and record data.Ability to prepare clear and concise reports from recorded data.Ability to screen communications and, based on content, handle independently or route to proper source.

In order to uphold internal pay parity and equity, salaries are non-negotiable for new and current Buncombe County employees. All new employees are paid according to their years of relevant education and experience above minimum requirements for the position and employees have the opportunity to obtain pay increases via cost of living increases and promotions.

In order to uphold internal pay parity and equity, salaries are non-negotiable for new and current Buncombe County employees. All new employees are paid according to their years of relevant education and experience above minimum requirements for the position and employees have the opportunity to obtain pay increases via cost of living increases and promotions.

Buncombe County Government realizes the importance of a diverse professional workforce and the need to foster a responsive and innovative organizational culture, one that fully engages all of our employees, honoring and building on each employee's unique experiences, opinions, and perspective.

It is the policy of Buncombe County to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, physical or mental disability, age, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other legally protected class under federal or NC State law. In addition, Buncombe County expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment or discrimination.

Applicants for employment are invited to participate in the affirmative action program by reporting their status as a protected veteran or other minority. In extending this invitation, we advise you that: (a) workers (applicants) are under no obligation to respond but may do so in the future if they choose; (b) responses will remain confidential within the human resource department; and (c) responses will be used only for the necessary information to include in our affirmative action program. We are a company that values diversity. We actively encourage women, minorities, veterans and disabled employees to apply. Refusal to provide this information will have no bearing on your application and will not subject you to any adverse treatment.